First baseman Paul Goldschmidt sat out the Yankees’ matchup against the Red Sox. The team announced the move before the matchup. He is healthy. The club asked him to rest as other teammates deal with sidelined issues. The lineup remains in flux.
Managers said they aim to activate him shortly. They intend to slot him near the heart of the lineup once the roster steadies. His presence boosts the team’s offensive punch. The Yankees still have plenty of games remaining. Observers believe his veteran presence is key.