Goldschmidt’s return comes at an important juncture. The Yankees’ lineup has been stretched thin with Giancarlo Stanton and Aaron Judge both limited. Stanton is dealing with soreness after playing in the outfield three straight days. His first time back in the outfield since 2023 was required because Judge is limited to DH by an elbow injury.

In case there were any concerns with how Paul Goldschmidt’s sprained knee would affect his hitting, he answered them with each passing hit Sunday.

The Yankees (67-57), taking advantage of a soft schedule, have won five of their last six and six of their last eight.

New York Yankees first baseman Paul Goldschmidt will be back in the lineup for today's game against the St. Louis Cardinals, following an injury scare. This wee

This past week were baby steps that may or may not be the start of an extended surge after a couple months of serious underachieving. “I hope so,” first baseman Paul Goldschmidt said after a three-hit game.