The New York Yankees are missing a key veteran in Anthony Rizzo as they begin their march to a 28th championship. The 35-year-old first baseman is still contributing to his team’s success by mentoring his replacements.
With Rizzo out for the ALDS due to injury , the Bombers are turning to a trio of fill-in first basemen: Oswaldo Cabrera, Ben Rice and Jon Berti. Of the three, Rice has the most experience, with 115 games at first base across all levels. Cabrera has played 17 games at first, all in the majors, while Berti has never played the position as a professional.
“We are like the students, and he is like our Mr. Miyagi,” Cabrera said of Rizzo’s tutelage, per the YES Network…