Paul Goldschmidt's resurgence boosts Yankees lineup amid injuries

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Paul Goldschmidt's resurgence boosts Yankees lineup amid injuries
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Paul Goldschmidt continues to contribute significantly to the New York Yankees, recently hitting home runs in back-to-back games. The 38-year-old has stepped up his performance following Giancarlo Stanton's calf injury, raising his batting average to.330 since taking on an everyday role. Goldschmidt's 11 home runs this season surpass his total from last year, and his recent adjustments in the batter's box have enhanced his power. Stanton is currently sidelined after suffering a setback in his recovery and will remain out indefinitely, necessitating Goldschmidt's continued presence in the lineup.

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  • Goldschmidt hits home runs in consecutive games, raising his season total to 11.
  • He has a batting average of.330 since becoming a regular starter.
  • Giancarlo Stanton's injury has pushed Goldschmidt into an everyday role.
  • Goldschmidt has adjusted his batting position for improved performance.
  • Stanton has been shut down indefinitely due to a recovery setback.
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  • 3:00 PMCBS MLBHow Paul Goldschmidt's resurgence has helped power a Yankees lineup missing its sluggers
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The 38-year-old Goldschmidt, forced into an everyday role by injuries, has not just filled in; he's stepped up

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