Ben Rice to participate in 2026 Home Run Derby

The breakout slugger will compete in Philadelphia.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 71 min read

Rice is not a side. He's the main dish 😤 @TMobile #HRDerby https://t.co/g9jri7KMvR Via @MLB on X

What happened: Ben Rice has officially joined the 2026 Home Run Derby field. He confirmed his participation in the annual hitting showcase through social media on Tuesday.

Why it matters: The entry adds a prominent bat to the July 13 event at Citizens Bank Park. The midsummer appearance highlights a stellar stretch for a player currently in the midst of a breakout campaign.

By the numbers: He has hit 25 home runs during the ongoing regular season. His father, Dan Rice, is scheduled to pitch to him during the contest.

What to watch: The remainder of the participant bracket will be finalized in the coming days. The derby will be broadcast live on Netflix.

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@MLB 2026-07-07T19:42:39.937401+00:00

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