The New York Yankees kick off their series against the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday and will be looking to stay red hot. New York has won each of its last four games, which included a three-game sweep over the Baltimore Orioles.
While the Yankees have been on fire lately, they are making some notable changes to their lineup against the Blue Jays. This includes with veteran slugger Paul Goldschmidt.
Paul Goldschmidt Batting First for the Yankees vs. Blue Jays
After not playing in the Yankees’ most recent game against the Orioles, Goldschmidt will be hitting first for them against the Blue Jays. He will be replacing Trent Grisham as New York’s leadoff hitter. Grisham, on the other hand, will be batting sixth.
Goldschmidt will now be looking to make a big impact as the Yankees’ leadoff hitter against Toronto.
Here is New York’s full batting order for their series opener against the Blue Jays.
Paul Goldschmidt 1B
Amed Rosario 3B
Heliot Ramos LF
Ben Rice DH
George Lombard Jr. SS
Trent Grisham CF
Spencer Jones RF
Jose Caballero 2B
Ali Sanchez C
Goldschmidt’s 2026 Season So Far With the Yankees
Goldschmidt has appeared in 89 games this season with the Yankees, where he has recorded 16 home runs, 44 RBI, and a .247 batting average. This is after the 16-year veteran posted 10 home runs, 45 RBI, and a .274 batting average in 146 games during this past season with New York.
Overall, Goldschmidt has been a serviceable veteran on the Yankees’ roster this season. He has provided their lineup with a bit more pop when used, and it will be interesting to see what he can do for New York as their leadoff hitter against the Blue Jays from here.
New York Yankees Announce Big Paul Goldschmidt Change Before Blue Jays Series