May 9, 2025 | New York, NY — In a revelation that has stunned the sports world, New York Yankees catcher Ben Rice has come forward with a painful personal account: at the age of 18, he was sexually harassed by someone within the professional baseball world. Even more shocking is the unconfirmed but explosive suggestion that the individual may have been a legendary figure associated with the Yankees franchise.
In an emotional, unreleased interview previewed by multiple outlets, Rice shares that the incident occurred during his early development years — a time when he was first being scouted and mentored. “It changed everything for me — the way I saw baseball, the way I trusted people, the way I saw myself,” Rice says in the recording.
Though Rice has not publicly named the alleged figure, sources familiar with the situation have confirmed that the Yankees organization has launched an internal inquiry and is cooperating with external investigators. In a statement, the team said:
“We are heartbroken to hear Ben’s story. We support him fully and are committed to providing a safe and respectful environment for all players. The allegations are serious and will be treated as such.”
Ben Rice, who has quickly become one of the Yankees’ most promising young talents, was widely praised in 2024 for his breakout performances and leadership potential. His decision to speak out now — at a time when his star is rising — has drawn admiration from fans, players, and advocacy organizations across the country.
The baseball community is grappling not only with the shock of Rice’s story, but also with the troubling possibility that a cherished figure from the Yankees’ past may have been involved. Social media has exploded with messages of support for Rice, and calls for transparency and justice are growing louder.
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If the alleged figure is publicly named, it could become one of the most seismic events in Major League Baseball’s recent history — forcing the sport to reckon with long-buried truths and the culture of silence that has too often protected power over people.
Rice ended his interview with a message to others suffering in silence:
“You are not alone. Telling the truth won’t erase what happened, but it can stop the cycle. It can be the start of healing.”
