First baseman Paul Goldschmidt sat out the Yankees’ season finale against the Red Sox. The club announced the move before the matchup. He remains healthy. The team asked him to rest as other players deal with setbacks. Lineup spots are still shifting.
Managers said they aim to activate him shortly. They will bat him in the heart of the order once the roster steadies. His presence boosts the team’s offensive punch. The Yankees still have a long stretch ahead. Experts say his savvy makes a difference down the stretch.