What happened: The Yankees are urging fans to vote Ben Rice into the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, pairing a playful "Rice, Rice, Baby" call to action with the ballot link. The team is encouraging supporters to cast votes for Rice up to the daily limit.

Why it matters: The push reflects Rice's rise into one of the Yankees' most talked-about bats this season, with his name surfacing in AL MVP conversations. A starting All-Star nod would cap a breakout campaign and give the Yankees added recognition in the AL ballot race.

What to watch: Watch whether Rice climbs the AL vote totals as the ballot window closes and the All-Star starters are revealed.