Yankees Promote Ben Rice to Replace Injured Anthony Rizzo

Rizzo expected to miss 4-6 weeks with arm fracture; Rice to make MLB debut at first base.

Anthony Rizzo suffered a radial neck fracture in his right arm during a collision with Red Sox pitcher Brennan Bernardino.
Ben Rice, a catcher and first baseman, has been called up from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to fill Rizzo's spot.
Rice, the Yankees' No. 12 prospect, has shown impressive offensive skills in the minors, hitting .275 with 15 home runs this season.
DJ LeMahieu and Oswaldo Cabrera are also options at first base but have struggled offensively this year.
The Yankees lead the AL East and face a crucial series against the Baltimore Orioles starting Tuesday.