First baseman Paul Goldschmidt sat out the Yankees’ matchup against the Red Sox. The club announced the move before the matchup. He remains healthy. The team asked him to rest as other teammates deal with injuries. The lineup remains in flux.
Managers said they expect him back soon. They will bat him in the heart of the order once the lineup normalizes. His presence strengthens the lineup’s impact. The Yankees still have plenty of games remaining. Fans and analysts note his experience could help the team navigate the stretch.