Paul Goldschmidt targets Saturday return

by Bruno Mulé | Yankees Correspondent | Fri, Mar 21st 11:45am EDT

Paul Goldschmidt (back) said Friday he anticipates playing in Saturday’s Grapefruit League game against the Phillies, per team updates, after missing a Thursday-Friday goal. (Gary Phillips)

Paul Goldschmidt, previously expected to play today but not in the lineup, says he now plans on playing tomorrow. He said his back is close to 100% and he remains unconcerned about Opening Day. #Yankees
— Gary Phillips (@GaryHPhillips) March 21, 2025

Fantasy Impact:

Goldschmidt’s sore back, nearly 100% Friday, delayed his Thursday-Friday return but keeps him confident for Opening Day with the Yankees, set for Saturday versus the Phillies. The 37-year-old’s optimism grows. Fantasy managers in all leagues should roster him, banking on his seasoned bat to deliver early value at first base in New York’s 2025 lineup if he’s fully cleared this weekend.

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