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Newsweek
6 hours ago
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This Cubs-Yankees Trade Scenario Sends Former Rival First Baseman to Chicago
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The losses of ace Gerrit Cole and slugger Giancarlo Stanton due to injuries were expected to impact the New York Yankees in a major way. The production from both Max Fried and Paul Goldschmidt have filled those voids nicely and have New York out to a 37-23 record through 60 games. The emergence of Ben Rice, however, could force the Yankees to make a near impossible decision when Stanton returns, and that decision would be to trade Paul Goldschmidt to the Chicago Cubs. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 01: Paul Goldschmidt #48 of the New York Yankees runs to first base during the third inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on June 01, 2025 in... LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 01: Paul Goldschmidt #48 of the New York Yankees runs to first base during the third inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on June 01, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. MoreNew York won't be able to get Rice, Stanton and Goldschmidt in the same lineup on a regular basis, so it seems that a move of some sort will have to be made. The trade of a player on a one-year deal rather than a young, promising player could be the correct move for the Yankees to make. Goldschmidt has gotten off to an excellent start this season, with a .327 average, six home runs and .859 OPS in 220 at-bats. Even more impressive, he has done incredible work against left-handed pitchers, posting a slash line of .520/.613/.900 in 50 at-bats. With the Cubs' current platoon situation at first base with Michael Busch and Justin Turner, Chicago would gladly take Goldschmidt's production against left-handers over Turner's. The sample size for Turner is a slash line of .268/.326/.366 in 44 at-bats. Goldschmidt has demolished the NL Central in his career, with a slash line of .291/.388/.527 in almost 550 games played. That kind of production would be a welcome addition to a Chicago lineup that will be looking to fight off St. Louis and Milwaukee for the remainder of the season. A blockbuster move for Goldschmidt could be what the Cubs need to pull off to help win the division and reach the postseason for the first time since 2020. More MLB: Diamondbacks Predicted to Trade Former Cy Young Winner Amid Season-Long Struggles
Yahoo
7 days ago
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- Yahoo
Paul Goldschmidt's Strong Season May Be His Only One in Pinstripes
Paul Goldschmidt isn't ready to ride off into the sunset just yet. After signing a one-year, $12.5 million deal with the New York Yankees, the 37-year-old has prove he still has plenty to offer at the plate, in the field and in the clubhouse. While his days of MVP-level production may be behind him, Goldschmidt has re-established himself as a reliable veteran presence in a contending lineup. Advertisement As The Athletic's Jim Bowden recently pointed out, Goldschmidt continues to deliver in a way that teams covet, just with a bit more maintenance required. "Goldschmidt is proving this season at 37 that he's not done. He just needs an occasional rest to stay sharp," Bowden wrote. "He's at an age where he's probably going to have to sign one-year contracts, like he did this time with the Yankees ($12.5 million deal). But he's still a plus defender who can hit, run the bases and provide quiet leadership." Apr 12, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees first base Ben Rice (22) celebrates with Paul Goldschmidt (48) after scoring a run against the San Francisco Giants during the fifth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tom Horak-Imagn Images© Tom Horak-Imagn Images The 2022 National League MVP is slashing a robust .339/.392/.486 with five home runs and 25 RBI in 195 plate appearances. However, with Rice emerging as a potential long-term solution, Bowden believes Goldschmidt's stint in pinstripes could be a one-and-done situation. Advertisement "It's unlikely he returns to the Yankees in 2026 due to the emergence of Ben Rice, who would appear to be their long-term solution at first base starting next year." Rice is enjoying a breakout year with a .259/.352/.552 slash line. He continued his production with another home run in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Texas Rangers. Still, after a resurgent season in the Bronx, Goldschmidt shouldn't have any trouble finding a new team in 2026. Related: Rising Yankees Star Turns Heads With Latest Mammoth Home Run
Newsweek
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Ex-Cardinal Paul Goldschmidt Believes Team Will 'Surprise a Lot of People'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Most of the baseball world is shocked at how well the St. Louis Cardinals are performing this season. Through the first 50 games, the team is 27-23 and three games behind the first-place Chicago Cubs. However, ex-Cardinal and current Yankee Paul Goldschmidt is taking his victory lap. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 17: Paul Goldschmidt #48 of the New York Yankees in action during the game against the New York Mets at Yankee Stadium on May 17, 2025 in the Bronx... NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 17: Paul Goldschmidt #48 of the New York Yankees in action during the game against the New York Mets at Yankee Stadium on May 17, 2025 in the Bronx borough of New York City. The Mets won 3-2. More"I said before the year, I thought they had a good team," Goldschmidt told reporters. "I know I'm gone, and a couple of the starting pitchers are gone. But the guys who are still there are really good players." The offense has led the way for St. Louis. The team entered Thursday seventh in runs per game, third in hits and second in doubles. Since ending April at just 14-17, the Cardinals are thriving with their small ball approach. That doesn't mean things have been bad defensively and with pitching. St. Louis is in the top 10 for team ERA, and the fielding has been one of the best in the league. "Before the year — and I told some of the St. Louis writers this — I thought they would surprise a lot of people," said Goldschmidt, per The New York Times. "And without talking to those guys, inside the clubhouse, I don't think they were all thinking rebuild or anything. I think they were thinking they were going to play well, and they have." The Cardinals have quickly shifted from a slow start to embracing their role as a contender in the National League, and they can now focus on how to strengthen the team at the trade deadline. More MLB: Phillies Slugger Kyle Schwarber Turning Into 'Lefty Killer' in Contract Year
Newsweek
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Yankees Projected to Cut Ties With Paul Goldschmidt For Younger Upgrade
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The New York Yankees have enjoyed a successful pivot away from one of the best players in baseball. After losing Juan Soto to the New York Mets, the Yankees were left to reinforce their batting order where they could. They opted for a trade to bring in Cody Bellinger and a one-year deal for veteran Paul Goldschmidt, and both decisions seem to be paying off. The Yankees hold a first-place position in their division and have performed as one of the best offenses in baseball this season. Goldschmidt, in particular, has been a surprising success. At 37 years old, the first baseman is slashing a stellar .339/.392/.486 with five homers so far for the Yankees. It could be the kind of contribution that brings them back to the World Series this season. But with a young upgrade waiting to take over his position, it's likely to be a single-year affair. SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - MAY 12: Paul Goldschmidt #48 of the New York Yankees looks on against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on May 12, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by) SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - MAY 12: Paul Goldschmidt #48 of the New York Yankees looks on against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on May 12, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by) Chambers/Getty Images "He's at an age where he's probably going to have to sign one-year contracts, like he did this time with the Yankees," The Athletic's Jim Bowden noted. "It's unlikely he returns to the Yankees in 2026 due to the emergence of Ben Rice, who would appear to be their long-term solution at first base starting next year." Rice, a 26-year-old who can play at catcher and first, has slashed .259/.352/.552 with 10 homers for the Yankees so far, mostly in a designated hitter role. But as the team expects Giancarlo Stanton to return to the lineup from injury in the near future, competition for at-bats could get stiffer. First base seems like the natural place for Rice to take over, as the Yankees have a promising young catcher option in Austin Wells moving forward. And, as a result, Goldschmidt might not have a position to return to even after a stellar single year with the Yankees. More MLB: Yankees 'In Play' to Steal Superstar Free Agent After $600 Million Update
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Paul Goldschmidt Quickly Forcing Yankees to Consider Risky Move
Former NL MVP and seven-time All-Star first baseman Paul Goldschmidt has spent the 2025 season doing everything the New York Yankees wanted and needed. What sounds like great news now could cause problems for 2026. Advertisement Goldschmidt continued his resurgent campaign Wednesday, slamming a pinch-hit, game-tying home run in the seventh inning against the Seattle Mariners. MVP frontrunner Aaron Judge gave the Yankees a 3-2 lead one inning later, helping the Bronx Bombers to a win and another series victory. It's been the latest big hit for Goldschmidt, who joined the Yankees on a one-year, $12.5 million contract in December. Goldschmidt enters the weekend batting .346 with five home runs, 22 RBI, and a .902 OPS. He's already matched last year's bWAR (1.3) and is well on pace for his eighth All-Star Game. Goldschmidt's .346 average ranks fourth among qualified players, and only 10 have a higher on-base percentage than his .395. Not bad for someone who turns 38 in September. Advertisement Unfortunately for Goldschmidt and the Yankees, age could pose a serious issue come the offseason. Goldschmidt has been a major reason why an injury-plagued Yankees team holds a 3.5-game lead in the AL East and remains on track for their third division title in four years. However, Goldschmidt is also months away from turning 38. At some point, the Yankees must decide if extending Goldschmidt is the right move, especially if this season proves to be an aberration. New York Yankees first baseman Paul GoldschmidtEd Szczepanski-Imagn Images Last season mostly marked Goldschmidt's worst numbers in a full season, understandable given his age and workload. Although his 22 home runs were his fewest since mashing 19 in 2014, it's also worth noting he only played 109 games that year. Goldschmidt only missed eight games for the Cardinals a year ago. Advertisement Barring any massive roster moves, young slugger Ben Rice has positioned himself to start at first base in 2026. The Yankees still have a Giancarlo Stanton-sized problem at designated hitter, and there are no indications Rice will start seeing reps at third base. What does all of that mean for Goldschmidt? Luckily for the Yankees, they have time before needing to find the answer, though Goldschmidt is certainly making it difficult to easily part ways. Related: Yankees Facing Major Jazz Chisholm Decision After Oswaldo Cabrera Injury Related: Yankees All-Star's Son Sends Clear Paul Skenes Message After Loss to Mariners
