Overview
- Paul Goldschmidt returned from a right-knee sprain suffered on Aug. 12 and recorded three hits, including two doubles, in an 8-4 win over the St. Louis Cardinals.
- His timely performance drove the Yankees to a three-game sweep at Busch Stadium.
- Manager Aaron Boone lauded the display as “classic Goldie” after Goldschmidt tested his knee in the cage and during defensive drills.
- Anthony Volpe got his first day off since Opening Day with José Caballero starting at shortstop, and Volpe later scored as a pinch runner.
- Jonathan Loáisiga and Fernando Cruz each made rehab outings, and Amed Rosario is expected to activate off the injured list when eligible.