In a bid to address the recent loss of Anthony Rizzo to injury, the New York Yankees have summoned prospect Ben Rice, sources confirmed on Tuesday. Rizzo is anticipated to be sidelined for a period of four to six weeks due to a radial neck fracture in his right arm, sustained during a collision with Boston Red Sox pitcher Brennan Bernardino in Sunday night's game.

Rice, a promising talent and the team's 12th-round pick from Dartmouth in the 2021 draft, has impressed with his performance in the minors. Throughout the 2023 season, he exhibited impressive numbers, boasting a batting average of .324 across three levels and delivering 18 doubles and 20 home runs in just 73 games. This year, Rice continued to shine, hitting .275 with an impressive .925 OPS along with 15 home runs between the Double-A and Triple-A levels.

Since his recent promotion to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, the 25-year-old has truly proved his worth. In a span of 11 games, Rice has excelled, batting an impressive .333, while maintaining an outstanding .619 slugging percentage.

The Yankees are now strategizing how to fill the gap left by Rizzo's absence. One possible solution could involve shifting DJ LeMahieu from third base to first base and having Oswaldo Cabrera take LeMahieu's previous position. This lineup adjustment may be a temporary measure until Rizzo returns to the field.

It is worth noting that Rizzo, who is 34 years old, has faced his fair share of challenges this season, struggling with his performance at the plate. With a batting average of .223 and a .630 OPS in 69 games, Rizzo's numbers represent a slump compared to his previous standards as a big leaguer.

With the arrival of Ben Rice, the Yankees hope to mitigate the impact of Rizzo's injury while providing an opportunity for the young prospect to showcase his skills at the highest level of the game. As fans eagerly await Rizzo's return, the team remains optimistic about Rice's potential contribution during this crucial period.

As the Yankees navigate through this setback, it is their resilience and adaptability that will ultimately determine their success in the challenging race to the postseason.