Proposed Yankees Game 1 lineup has Rice at first, Lombard sixth

Luis Garcia Jr. slotted at second base

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated yesterday1 min read

Greg breaks down his proposed Yankees Game 1 lineup that includes Ben Rice at 1B, Luis Garcia Jr. at 2B and George Lomba Via @MLBNetwork on X

What happened: The game is scheduled with the score at 0-0. The series between the Baltimore Orioles and the New York Yankees is tied 1-1.

Why it matters: Corner alignment at first base shapes defensive assignments. Middle-order placement at sixth shapes run-production responsibility behind the top of the order.

What to watch: Confirmation of the official order will show whether the proposal holds.

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