Reigning American League MVP Aaron Judge has understandably drawn praise for his prolific start to the 2025 campaign. However, another New York Yankees slugger is also fueling the offense, and his contributions have been overshadowed.
37-year-old Paul Goldschmidt has turned back the clock in his debut season with the Yanks, rediscovering the swing that made him a seven-time All-Star and five-time Silver Slugger Award winner.
So far this season, the hard-hitting infielder has posted a .341/.391/.464 slash line. Through 37 games played, Goldschmidt has the sixth-most hits (47) and third-best batting average (.347) in the majors.
“Makes my job easier,’’ Judge said of Goldschmidt’s production. “I just try to get on first base, and I know he’ll do something special.”
