Ben Rice makes his MLB Home Run Derby debut during All-Star Week with a father-son setup. Multiple outlets report that Dan Rice, Ben Rice’s father, serves as the pitcher as Ben takes part in the competition. The event is described as a notable family moment during the festivities surrounding the derby. According to the available reporting, Ben hits seven home runs in the contest before being eliminated from the event. The sources characterize the experience as memorable for both Ben and Dan, highlighting their shared roles in the derby—Ben as the hitter and Dan as the pitcher.