The New York Yankees may face a significant setback in their playoff push after manager Aaron Boone revealed that first baseman Paul Goldschmidt is dealing with a knee injury , according to Brendan Kuty of The Athletic. The injury could land him on the injured list ahead of the weekend series against the St. Louis Cardinals. Goldschmidt, who did not start in Wednesday night’s 4-1 loss to the Minnesota Twins, apparently injured his right knee while rounding first base after catching a pop-up in Tuesday’s game.

Goldschmidt, 37, is in his first season with the Yankees on a one-year deal. He has been a reliable presence in the Bronx, posting a .276/.331/.506 slash line with 10 home runs, 40 RBI, and an OPS of .753. Against left-handed pitchers, Goldschmidt has been particularly effect

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