kept playoff hopes alive, rising star Ben Rice and his longtime girlfriend Sara Falkson revealed joyous personal news: they are expecting their first child together.

The announcement came in a heartfelt post on Instagram, where the couple shared a smiling photo of themselves holding a small Yankees onesie. “Our biggest victory yet,” Rice captioned the image, adding a red heart emoji. Falkson, radiant in the picture, held a sign that read: Baby Girl Coming Soon.

To the delight of fans, the pair also disclosed the name they have already chosen for their daughter. “We can’t wait to meet little Emma Rose Rice,” Falkson wrote. “She’s already so loved.”

The news spread quickly across social media platforms, with Yankees fans and baseball enthusiasts from all over the world flooding the comments with messages of congratulations. Within hours, hashtags such as #BabyBomber and #TeamRice were trending, reflecting the excitement surrounding the announcement.

Inside the Yankees clubhouse, teammates celebrated Rice’s big news with the same enthusiasm they show for a walk-off home run. Several players reportedly showered him with hugs and cheers after hearing the announcement. Manager Aaron Boone even joked to reporters: “We’ve got a future Yankee on the way. Maybe she’ll be our next center fielder in 20 years.”

Fans, too, connected deeply with the story. Rice, who has become a fan favorite since joining the team, is widely admired for his humility, hard work, and determination. Many supporters expressed how happy they were to see him thriving not just professionally but personally as well. “This is the best kind of win,” one fan wrote on Twitter. Another added: “We’ve watched Ben chase his dreams on the field — now we get to watch him start his dream family.”

The pregnancy announcement comes at a high point in Rice’s young career. After breaking into the Yankees lineup and delivering several clutch performances, he has quickly proven himself as a player with immense potential. Adding to his growing reputation on the diamond, his personal milestone makes him an even more beloved figure among the Bronx faithful.

While the couple has not revealed the due date, both Rice and Falkson emphasized that they feel overwhelmed with gratitude. “We are so thankful for the love and support we’ve already received,” Rice wrote. “This community has given us so much, and we’re thrilled to share this joy with all of you.”

As the Yankees continue their push toward the postseason, Rice’s big win off the field is providing extra motivation. “It’s amazing how life gives you these moments,” he said. “I’ll never forget this week — a huge win for the team, and an even bigger one for our family.”

For now, fans will have to wait a little longer to meet baby Emma Rose, but one thing is certain: she is already part of the Yankees family.