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Top 5 Landing Spots for MLB Free Agent Paul Goldschmidt

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1. San Francisco Giants
The San Francisco Giants could also benefit from adding Goldschmidt, especially given his stellar numbers at Oracle Park. In 84 career games in San Francisco, Goldschmidt has slashed .334/.424/.591 with 15 home runs and 64 RBI.

While LaMonte Wade Jr. currently holds the first base position, the Giants may opt to platoon Goldschmidt at first base and designated hitter. With Goldschmidt’s familiarity with the NL West and San Francisco’s need for offensive firepower, this could be a great fit for both sides.

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5. Milwaukee Brewers
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The Milwaukee Brewers have been dominating the NL Central race recently, but first base has been a glaring weakness for the team. Finishing tied for 25th in Wins Above Average (-2.4) at the position in 2024, the Brewers need an upgrade.

Adding Paul Goldschmidt would solve Milwaukee’s first base issues while giving them an elite offensive weapon. With Christian Yelich expected to return healthy in 2025, Goldschmidt could hit lower in the lineup, creating a more balanced and dangerous offense. Coming off a heartbreaking postseason loss to the Mets, the Brewers may be looking for experienced veterans like Goldschmidt to take them deeper into October.

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4. Arizona Diamondbacks
A reunion with the Arizona Diamondbacks would be an emotional return for Goldschmidt, who was drafted by the franchise in 2009. According to MLB insiders, Arizona is one of the teams willing to offer Goldschmidt the cash he’s looking for in free agency.

The only complication lies with Christian Walker, Arizona’s current first baseman and one of the NL West’s premier sluggers. Walker’s free agency status could dictate whether Goldschmidt becomes an option. If Walker doesn’t return, Goldschmidt could slide into first base, reigniting memories of his dominance in the desert.
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3. Houston Astros
The Houston Astros had one of the league’s worst first-base performances in 2024, ranking 28th in Wins Above Average (-3.0). After the José Abreu experiment failed, the Astros are desperate for consistency at first base, making Goldschmidt a perfect fit.

Goldschmidt would step into a ready-made contender, joining an Astros team hungry to return to the World Series. With a strong lineup already in place, Goldschmidt would bring stability and leadership to a team looking to build on their AL West title.

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2. New York Yankees
The defending AL champion New York Yankees are another team that could make a strong push for Goldschmidt. With Anthony Rizzo entering free agency, the Yankees have a glaring need at first base heading into 2025.

Writers at The Athletic predict that Goldschmidt could land in New York on a one-year, $15 million deal. His career success at Yankee Stadium (.462/.462/.731 in a small sample size) makes this move even more intriguing. If Goldschmidt can rediscover his power in the Bronx, he could be the piece the Yankees need to claim their 28th championship.

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1. San Francisco Giants
The San Francisco Giants could also benefit from adding Goldschmidt, especially given his stellar numbers at Oracle Park. In 84 career games in San Francisco, Goldschmidt has slashed .334/.424/.591 with 15 home runs and 64 RBI.

While LaMonte Wade Jr. currently holds the first base position, the Giants may opt to platoon Goldschmidt at first base and designated hitter. With Goldschmidt’s familiarity with the NL West and San Francisco’s need for offensive firepower, this could be a great fit for both sides.

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5. Milwaukee Brewers
Thanks to Just Baseball for the stats, analysis and insights for this slideshow.

The Milwaukee Brewers have been dominating the NL Central race recently, but first base has been a glaring weakness for the team. Finishing tied for 25th in Wins Above Average (-2.4) at the position in 2024, the Brewers need an upgrade.

Adding Paul Goldschmidt would solve Milwaukee’s first base issues while giving them an elite offensive weapon. With Christian Yelich expected to return healthy in 2025, Goldschmidt could hit lower in the lineup, creating a more balanced and dangerous offense. Coming off a heartbreaking postseason loss to the Mets, the Brewers may be looking for experienced veterans like Goldschmidt to take them deeper into October.

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Top 5 Landing Spots for MLB Free Agent Paul Goldschmidt

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