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Ben Rice Becomes First Yankees Rookie to Smash Three Homers in One Game

Rookie Ben Rice stole the show as he hit three stunning home runs, leading the New York Yankees to a dominant 14-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox. According to the Elias Sports Bureau, Rice made history as the first Yankees rookie to achieve this feat in a single game. Postgame, Rice expressed his excitement, emphasizing the significance of such a memorable win against his hometown team.

Rice’s performance began with a solo home run in the first inning, setting a powerful tone for the game. New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone praised Rice’s extraordinary effort, highlighting how the rookie’s initial homer marked the onset of a legendary day. Rice continued to deliver, striking a three-run home run in the fifth inning, expanding the Yankees’ lead to 10-4, and ultimately completing his trifecta with another three-run homer in the seventh inning.

Following his outstanding third homer, Rice received cheers from an enthusiastic Yankee Stadium crowd. His veteran teammates guided him to acknowledge the fans, leading to a heartfelt curtain call. Reflecting on the moment, Rice admitted it all happened so quickly and appreciated the encouragement from his teammates to celebrate with the fans. This performance etched Rice’s name in the annals of baseball history as just the third rookie to hit three home runs from the leadoff spot in an MLB game.

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Dave Gallo is a leading sports bettor and handicapper since 1999, known for his impressive 10-0 winning streaks. A journalism, advertising, and media studies major at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he combines his betting expertise with academic knowledge. Gallo's strong work ethic and passion for sports fuel his ongoing success and scholarly pursuits.

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