Paul Goldschmidt

Paul Goldschmidt is not in the Cardinals lineup on Wednesday against the Mets.

Fantasy Impact

Goldschmidt has been in a slump to start the season and the Cardinals are hoping a day or two off will help. Goldschmidt should be benched in most formats until he gets his swing right.

Paul Goldschmidt went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in the Cardinals' 5-1 loss to the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact

This performance is a continuation of what has been a challenging season for Goldschmidt, whose batting average has now dipped to .208. With a strikeout rate of .308 and only two home runs over 33 games, his power numbers and contact rates are far from what fantasy managers have come to expect. Given these struggles, it might be wise for fantasy managers to consider benching Goldschmidt until he shows signs of a turnaround, especially in leagues where batting average is a critical category. His current form does not inspire confidence, and a wait-and-see approach may be prudent.

Paul Goldschmidt went 2-for-5 in the Cardinals' win over the Mets, contributing a double, two runs scored, two RBI, and a stolen base.

Fantasy Impact

Despite a challenging season with a batting average of just .214, this performance could hint at a potential upswing for Goldschmidt. His ability to drive in runs and score twice in this game, coupled with a stolen base, showcases his versatility. However, fantasy managers should remain cautious; his high strikeout rate of 0.301 and low wOBA of .272 suggest that consistent production might still be a challenge. This game could be a spark for Goldschmidt, but he'll need to string together more performances like this to regain top fantasy form.

Paul Goldschmidt went 2-for-4 with a home run and an RBI in the Cardinals' 5-3 win over the Diamondbacks.

Fantasy Impact

His performance included a crucial home run, contributing significantly to the team's victory. Despite a sluggish start to the season with a batting average of just .195 and only two home runs over 22 games, this game could be a sign of turning things around.

Paul Goldschmidt returns to the lineup for the St. Louis Cardinals against the Arizona Diamondbacks Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Goldschmidt is back after taking a seat on the bench for routine rest Wednesday, starting at first base and batting second for manager Oliver Marmol against the Diamondbacks Friday.