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Paul Goldschmidt, a highly accomplished MLB first baseman, plans to play in 2026 despite recent offensive decline and age, potentially taking a one-year deal and serving in a platoon role due to his strong performance against left-handed pitchers and veteran status.
The Yankees are dealing with Aaron Judge's injury, which may limit him to DH duties for 10-15 days, impacting team dynamics and trade plans. The team is considering modest upgrades and has floated players like Bellinger and Goldschmidt in trade talks, while also eyeing prospects like Cam Schlittler for potential trades. The injury and team performance are influencing their strategic decisions ahead of the trade deadline.
Paul Goldschmidt has rebounded from a career-worst season to become a key player for the Yankees in 2025, showcasing improved contact, strategic rest, and strong defense, making him one of the team's most valuable contributors this season.
The St. Louis Cardinals are considering parting ways with several players, including four-time Gold Glove winner Paul Goldschmidt, as they aim to reduce payroll and make room for younger talent. Goldschmidt, now a free agent after a decline in performance, is speculated to potentially join the Pittsburgh Pirates, who are in need of a strong first baseman. This move would allow Goldschmidt to remain in the National League Central and possibly face his former team frequently.
The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 7-1 in the season opener at Dodger Stadium, with Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman hitting home runs and Shohei Ohtani reaching base three times. Cardinals' pitcher Miles Mikolas struggled, while Paul Goldschmidt provided the only offense with a home run and three hits. The Cardinals aim to bounce back in the remaining games against the star-studded Dodgers and San Diego Padres, acknowledging the tough challenge ahead.
Fantasy baseball expert Scott White identifies potential busts for the 2024 season, including Cody Bellinger, Blake Snell, Paul Goldschmidt, Ha-Seong Kim, Joe Ryan, Josh Jung, Spencer Steer, Lane Thomas, Esteury Ruiz, Sonny Gray, Isaac Paredes, and Bryce Miller, citing concerns such as inconsistent performance, injury history, declining skills, and reliance on a single trick for success.
MLB rumors continue to swirl as top free agent starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto meets with multiple teams, including the Yankees, Mets, Giants, Red Sox, Phillies, and Dodgers. The Cardinals are looking to extend first baseman Paul Goldschmidt, while the Royals are finalizing deals with starting pitcher Seth Lugo and reliever Chris Stratton. The Guardians sign pitcher Ben Lively, and the Giants secure Korean outfielder Jung Hoo Lee with a six-year, $113 million contract. The Pirates add first baseman Rowdy Tellez on a one-year deal.
The St. Louis Cardinals, currently struggling with a 38-52 record, are expected to make trades as the Trade Deadline approaches. President of baseball operations John Mozeliak plans to focus on acquiring assets that will help the team in 2024. While the team hopes to keep their core players, such as Nolan Arenado and Paul Goldschmidt, there is a possibility of trading players like Jordan Montgomery, Jack Flaherty, and Jordan Hicks, who are set to become free agents at the end of the season. Other potential trade candidates include Paul DeJong, Tyler O'Neill, and Adam Wainwright, who may retire at the end of the season.
St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt reflects on his offseason sessions with New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge, expressing his admiration for Judge's skills and character. Goldschmidt, who won the NL MVP award in the same season Judge won the AL MVP award, eagerly sought the opportunity to learn from Judge and spent a day hitting and discussing hitting strategies with him. They focused on approaches against different pitchers and strategies with two strikes, with Judge seeking advice on Goldschmidt's no-stride approach. Goldschmidt continues to stay in touch with Judge throughout the season, appreciating his talent and versatility.
The St. Louis Cardinals dominated the New York Yankees in the doubleheader opener, winning 11-4. Yankees pitcher Luis Severino struggled, giving up multiple runs and struggling with his slider. The Cardinals took advantage of Severino's flat secondary pitches and elevated everything, hitting home runs and spraying hits to all fields. The game was marred by rain delays, but the Cardinals maintained their lead and secured the victory.
Jack Flaherty has been scratched from Sunday's start against the Cubs in London due to persisting stiffness in his hip that returned during a workout Friday. Meanwhile, Paul Goldschmidt will set a "world" record by playing a regular-season game in his fifth different country, as the Cardinals and Cubs prepare to face off in the first National League regular season game played in the United Kingdom. The previous two MLB games played at London Stadium saw 50 runs scored, and the stadium has altered its dimensions for future games to become the London home of regularly scheduled MLB series.
The Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals are set to play in the London Series, marking the second time MLB regular season games will be played in Europe. The seating arrangement at London Stadium has been restructured, allowing for a larger outfield and less foul territory, and a more traditional looking field. Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt will become the first player in major league history to play a regular season game in five different countries. The Cardinals lead the season series, but the Cubs are predicted to sweep the series with lower scores than the 2019 London Series.
Adam Wainwright led the Cardinals to a 5-3 victory over the Mets, ending their six-game losing streak. Wainwright's famous curveball was back in action, leading to his first quality start of the season. Paul Goldschmidt hit a two-run homer, and Jordan Hicks closed out the game for his first save since 2019. The win was a much-needed boost for the struggling Cardinals.
St. Louis Cardinals' stars Paul Goldschmidt and Nolan Arenado have expressed their support for embattled manager Oliver Marmol amid the team's losing streak. The Cardinals have lost five consecutive games and have the worst record in the NL at 27-42. Despite a roster that features Goldschmidt and Arenado, they enter Thursday 8½ games behind the first-place Pirates in the NL Central. Marmol, who led St. Louis to a division title as a first-year manager in 2022, has drawn criticism for multiple issues this season, including the club's handling of slumping catcher Willson Contreras and the Cardinals' struggles to close out games.
The St. Louis Cardinals' stars Paul Goldschmidt, Nolan Arenado, and Willson Contreras return to the starting lineup for the series opener against the Cleveland Guardians. Nolan Gorman will serve as the designated hitter and bat third. Matthew Liberatore will start for the Cardinals, while Shane Bieber will start for the Guardians. Outfielder Tyler O'Neill's rehab assignment has been postponed, and outfielder Dylan Carlson has been placed on the 10-day IL retroactive to May 15.