Boone Says Yankees Will Give Amed Rosario First-Base Reps to Address Depth

Overview

• Manager Aaron Boone plans for Amed Rosario to work at first base this offseason to become a viable option, according to the Daily News.
• Ben Rice is projected to handle primary first-base duties with Paul Goldschmidt expected to depart in free agency.
• Depth at the position is thin, with third-string catcher J.C. Escarra the only other option and limited to six first-base appearances in 2025.
• General manager Brian Cashman acknowledged a left-handed-dominant lineup and voiced interest in adding right-handed bats to expand matchup choices.
• Rosario signed a one-year, $2.5 million deal last week and excelled against left-handed pitching in 2025, positioning him for a potential platoon or bench role if he adapts to first base.