Paul Goldschmidt Becomes Free Agent After Yankees Departure

Paul Goldschmidt, a veteran first baseman, has officially entered free agency, becoming one of ten New York Yankees players to hit the open market after the Milwaukee Brewers secured their first World Series title.

The 39-year-old completed a one-year contract worth $4 million with the Yankees, which included performance incentives. In 2026, he played 105 games and had 380 plate appearances, achieving a .252 batting average with 18 home runs and 52 RBIs.

Goldschmidt's performance was particularly strong against left-handed pitchers, contributing significantly to his value for the Yankees. Despite injuries and roster changes that increased his playing time, his overall performance was deemed serviceable. He has expressed a desire to continue playing, and with a strong career history, including a 2022 MVP title, he is expected to attract interest from teams seeking a right-handed bat.