SEATTLE — Yankees manager Aaron Boone was a big Pete Rose fan as a kid. When the Phillies won the World Series in 1980, Rose was their first baseman, Bob Boone was the catcher and their kids played together. Aaron Boone and his big brother Bret were around Rose a lot. They looked up to Rose.

The New York Yankees plan to activate infielder DJ LeMahieu (calf, hip) from the injured list before Tuesday’s game against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park, manager Aaron Boone said Monday. “I think he’s in a good spot,

DJ LeMahieu was traveling to Seattle on Monday, but the New York Yankees ’ veteran infielder was not on the active roster. Manager Aaron Boone told reporters before Monday night’s series-opener against the Mariners that they were holding off until Tuesday to activate the 36-year-old. LeMahieu will make his 2025 debut on Wednesday.

The New York Yankees made a move in their bullpen after their relievers cost them a road game against the Athletics on Saturday.

Stroman has not pitched since the Yankees’ April 11 game against the San Francisco Giants, when he gave up five runs in a single inning. He was placed on the 15-day injured list shortly after, with manager Boone initially hopeful it would be a brief stint.

The New York Yankees have found their first baseman. His name is Ben Rice, and according to former Reds and Nationals GM Jim Bowden, the Yankees shouldn’t just keep him in the lineup, they should build around him.

It is hard to bench Trent Grisham, Jasson Domínguez or Cody Bellinger, and they cannot remove Aaron Judge’s bat.