Paul Goldschmidt returns to Yankees on $4M deal, embraces reserve role

Paul Goldschmidt has agreed to a one-year, $4 million deal to return to the New York Yankees, where he expects to serve in a reserve role behind first baseman Ben Rice. Despite fan concerns about the Yankees "running it back" with a similar roster, Goldschmidt, 38, emphasized that the organization's expectation is "championship or bust" every year. He expressed happiness to be back, stating, "I was hoping my time wasn’t done." Goldschmidt, who won an MVP in 2022, is prepared for whatever role the team needs him in.