MAJOR-NEWS: Aaron Boone’s SHOCKING One-Word Response to Explain Yankees’ Lineup Change Will Leave You Speechless!

The New York Yankees have already experimented with several lineup combinations early in the 2025 MLB season, and Thursday’s game against the Arizona Diamondbacks will feature another new batting order.

Ben Rice will lead off for the Yankees, taking over at first base while veteran Paul Goldschmidt gets a rest. Rice, who has primarily been the designated hitter, will make his debut at first base and bat leadoff for the first time in his career. When asked about the decision to place Rice at the top of the order, manager Aaron Boone gave a simple yet telling response: “Rakes.”