When the New York Yankees signed Paul Goldschmidt to hit somewhere – anywhere – near the top of their lineup, fans and pundits around baseball raised their eyebrows. It turns out all Goldschmidt needed, at least up until this point, was a little motivation and change of scenery.

When the Yankees signed Paul Goldschmidt over the offseason, there were some questions regarding what type of impact he could make at this point in his career. The National League MVP in 2022, Goldschmidt’s production declined in 2023. Then he endured the worst year of his career in 2024, hitting .245/.302/.414 with 22 home runs, 65 RBI and a 1.1 fWAR over 154 games for the Cardinals. Each ...

Paul Goldschmidt defies age-related skepticism with Bronx renaissance, brings veteran excellence to the Yankees’ lineup. When the Yankees acquired Paul Goldschmidt last winter, skeptics viewed it as a nostalgic gamble on a fading star. At 37, the former MVP was presumed to be in decline, his best days relegated to highlight reels. Fast forward to April 2025, and Goldschmidt isn’t just contributing—he’s catalyzing the Yankees’ surprising early-season dominance.

When the Yankees signed 37-year-old Paul Goldschmidt to a one-year deal, expectations were modest. Maybe he could plug the gap left by Anthony Rizzo’s decline. Maybe he’d give them a few competitive at-bats and handle first base without issues. Instead, Goldschmidt has turned back the clock and is...

The Yankees didn’t sign Paul Goldschmidt this past offseason expecting him to completely turn back the clock. At 37 years old, they likely viewed him as a reliable veteran who could give them solid, if unspectacular, at-bats and man first base with poise. But just ten games into the 2025 season, Goldschmidt is doing more than holding the line—he’s quietly thriving.

NEW YORK — When Paul Goldschmidt arrived in the Bronx this season, the New York Yankees expected a reliable veteran presence in the heart of their lineup. So far, Goldschmidt has delivered—just not exactly in the way many envisioned. His bat has been one of the most consistent in a Yankees offense that has had its share of ups and downs. But as May begins, there’s a noticeable hole in his otherwise impressive start: the power.

The New York Yankees recently signed first baseman Paul Goldschmidt to a one-year, $12.5 million contract. They needed to replace their former first baseman Anthony Rizzo, whose two-year contract ended after the 2024 season. Goldschmidt has been remarkable in his role. Paul Goldschmidt Off To The Perfect Start Goldschmidt is having a start that the […] The post Yankees Star Paul Goldschmidt Is Having A Spectacular Start To The 2025 Season appeared first on Stadium Rant .

Paul Goldschmidt's resurgent start with the New York Yankees will make you wonder whether the Cardinals are holding back Nolan Arenado, too.

Paul Goldschmidt didn’t just give the New York Yankees a new first baseman; he gave them a massive upgrade. MLB.com’s Brian Murphy listed Goldschmidt as one of the biggest position upgrades in the sport this season, and it’s hard to argue. Goldschmidt owns a 152 wRC+ through the first month, a dramatic +76 point improvement over the Yankees’ first base production last year (76 wRC+). That mark was the second-worst in all of baseball.

Paul Goldschmidt didn't just give the New York Yankees a new first baseman; he gave them a massive upgrade. MLB.com's Brian Murphy listed Goldschmidt as one of the biggest position upgrades in the sport this season, and it's hard to argue. Goldschmidt owns a 152 wRC+ through the first month, a dramatic +76 point improvement over the Yankees' first base production last year (76 wRC+). That mark was the second-worst in all of baseball.

CLEVELAND — Aaron Boone had wanted to get Paul Goldschmidt a day off during the Yankees’ 13-day, 13-game stretch that came to an end on Wednesday. The veteran’s bat would not allow it. So Boone compromised by making him the DH on Wednesday and Goldschmidt just kept hitting, racking up three hits in the 5-1 win over the Guardians at Progressive Field. The 37-year-old has multiple hits in 12 of his 25 games and is on an eight-game hitting streak that has boosted his average to .383 — trailing only teammate Aaron Judge for the best in the majors....

Anxiety permeates Yankee Stadium these days. The storied Yankees, historically defined by excellence, now grapple with injuries, inconsistent performances, and roster questions before the 2025 campaign has officially begun. Fan discontent grows louder by the day as the season’s prospects already appear precarious. The organization desperately needs something—or someone—to alter the trajectory before pessimism becomes entrenched.

The Yankees knew they were getting a pro and a sturdy veteran when they signed Paul Goldschmidt. They hoped they were getting a productive offensive player, too, though that part was not as much of a given. The early returns have checked all the boxes. Through the first two weeks...

When the New York Yankees signed veteran first baseman Paul Goldschmidt this winter, they imagined him playing more like his 2022 MVP self. So far, he has lived up to and perhaps even exceeded that expectation. After going 2-for-5 and scoring two runs in the Yankees’ 6-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday, Goldschmidt is now slashing .352/.397/.465 with six extra-base hits and 10 runs scored. Last season, first base was far and away the Yanks’ biggest weakness in the lineup, so finally having some solid production at first has been crucial for this injury-battered team. If Goldschmidt continues to slash like this throughout the season, he could even earn himself another chance to stay in the Bronx for a little longer.

Paul Goldschmidt has been a nightmare for opposing MLB pitchers for more than a decade now. But despite his ripe age, he’s aging like a fine wine. That’s why, even though Aaron Boone wanted to give his 37-year-old star some rest during their stretch of 13 games in 13 days, the New York Yankees […]

Paul Goldschmidt is showing the Yankees ' young hitters how it’s done.

The New York Yankees knew they needed to upgrade first base. Anthony Rizzo, who was solid in 2021 after being acquired at the trade deadline during that year, became a shell of himself following a dominant showing in 2022 when he bashed 32 homers and had 75 RBI to go along with an OPS+ that was 30 points above the league average.

DETROIT – First baseman Paul Goldschmidt has made a big impact in the early stages of his first season with the Yankees. He’s leading New York with a .383 batting average after Wednesday’s 4-3 win over the Tigers, and he has been one of the club’s most dependable players and visible leaders.

When the Yankees inked burgeoning Bronx neophyte Max Fried to the most lucrative contract ever for a left-handed pitcher, their initial hopes were that he would augment a rotation already commandeered by Gerrit Cole. Those aspirations were reconfigured into a dire need during the middle of spring training, when Cole, the 2023 Cy Young winner, […] The post Yankees’ $218 Million Ace Is Worth Every Penny appeared first on Stadium Rant .

When the Yankees signed 37-year-old Paul Goldschmidt to a one-year, $12.5 million deal this offseason, it felt like a quiet, strategic move — not a headline grabber, but a smart bet on a proven veteran. A bridge player. A steady bat. Turns out, they may have hit the jackpot.