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Yankees' Veteran Infielder Reportedly Embracing Mentor Role This Season

Yankees' Veteran Infielder Reportedly Embracing Mentor Role This Season

Summary

New York Yankees infielder Paul Goldschmidt is now focusing on being a mentor for teammate Ben Rice this season. Goldschmidt, who has experience playing first base, is helping Rice transition from being a catcher to playing first base more effectively.

Key Facts

  • Paul Goldschmidt is an infielder for the New York Yankees.
  • The Yankees made a deal with Goldschmidt on February 6, just before spring training started.
  • Goldschmidt has taken on a mentor role for Ben Rice, who is transitioning to playing first base.
  • Rice has spent most of his career as a catcher, with strong hitting skills.
  • Goldschmidt is using his experience to help Rice improve his defensive skills at first base.
  • Goldschmidt believes Rice has the skills needed to succeed at first base.
  • Rice is expected to receive many opportunities to play at first base during spring training.
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