Yankees Slugger Paul Goldschmidt Just Did Something for the First Time in 14 Years

It didn't take long from there, as Goldschmidt tied the game with a pinch-hit home run , taking Mariners reliever Gabe Speier deep on the first pitch he saw.

This homer wasn't just a key play on May 14, however, it was a notable moment in Goldschmidt's long and illustrious career.

According to the MLB X account, "Paul Goldschmidt's last pinch-hit home run was August 11th ... of 2011." Making this the first time he's accomplished a pinch-hit homer in 14 seasons!

After Goldschmidt got the Yankees evened up at two, superstar Aaron Judge gave them the lead with a home run of his own.

New York's bullpen took over from there, nailing down a 3-2 victory over Seattle. And it all started with "Goldy."

The 37-year-old veteran has been a breath of fresh air for the Yankees after signing a one-year, $12.5 million contract over the offseason. 

The Bronx Bombers got very little production out of first base in 2024, and Goldschmidt already has 5 home runs and 22 RBI after Wednesday. Not to mention a .346 batting average and .902 OPS.

Following the win over the Mariners, the Yankees are now 25-18 on the season. They currently hold a 3.5-game lead over the Boston Red Sox in the American League East.