Goldschmidt returned to the lineup from the paternity list Friday and went 2-for-4 in a loss to the Cubs.

EDGE Analysis

On a day when the D-backs were shut out by Cubs' ace Jake Arrieta, this qualifies as a good offensive performance. Despite a power outage in the second half in which he has hit just six home runs, Goldschmidt still has MVP-caliber numbers on the season. Last season's disappointing end due to injury is certainly in the rear view mirror.

Goldschmidt is back in the lineup hitting third Saturday, Jody Jackson of FOX Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

He missed two games for the birth of his child be he will return to the mix Saturday against the Cubs.

Goldschmidt traveled back to Arizona on Tuesday night to await the birth of his child and will remain away until Saturday, Jody Jackson of FOX Sports Arizona reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Diamondbacks are off Thursday and thus will be without Goldschmidt for only two games. He's expected to rejoin the team in Chicago for Saturday's game against Jake Arrieta and the Cubs. Goldschmidt had a bit of a down month (by his standards) in August, but he still has an even 1.000 OPS for the season, with 27 homers and 21 stolen bases in 132 games.

Goldschmidt is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Rockies.

EDGE Analysis

Goldschmidt rarely receives a day off, but he will get one for the series finale Wednesday. Jake Lamb will receive the start at first base in his place, batting sixth for the Diamondbacks.

Goldschmidt went 2-for-10 over both games of Tuesday's doubleheader with the Rockies, but connected on his 27th homer of the season and stole his 21st base.

EDGE Analysis

Though his season batting average might have taken a slight tumble, Goldschmidt remains well positioned in his quest for the Triple Crown, and by extension, the NL MVP award. His .322 batting mark ranks third in the league, while his home run total places him fifth and his RBI total (97) second.

Goldschmidt went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run and two runs scored in a 6-4 win over the A's on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Not much needs to be said about Goldy besides that he's incredible. He now has a .443 OBP with 26 home runs and 96 RBI. The most impressive thing is that he has 20 steals this season and leads all first baseman in that category.

Goldschmidt went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, his 25th of the season, Wednesday in a loss to the Cardinals.

EDGE Analysis

For the second night in a row, Goldschmidt provided most of the D-backs' offense, hitting a long home run in the first inning to give the club an early lead. Goldschmidt is catching fire again with three home runs this week after going nearly a month between long balls. Look for him to finish the season strong.

Goldschmidt went 2-for-2 with a run and walk Tuesday in a loss to the Cardinals.

EDGE Analysis

Goldschmidt was one of the few bright spots offensively for Arizona as they got blown out by St. Louis. While his pace has slowed a bit lately (batting just .269 over his last 52 at-bats), he still ranks second in baseball with a .330 average and 93 RBI while ranking in the top 10 in a number of other categories.

Goldschmidt hit a solo home run in Sunday's loss to the Mets. The Mets talented pitching held Goldschmidt in check for most of the three-game series, allowing him just one hit in 11 at-bats with four punch outs, but the one hit he got was a long ball. Goldschmidt wraps his outstanding first half with a .340/.455/.610 batting line, 21 home runs, 60 runs, 70 RBI, and 16 steals.

Goldschmidt went 2-for-4 with a walk, RBI and run Friday in a win over the Rockies. Goldschmidt has caught fire again, putting up multi-hit games in four of his last five starts, while also walking in five straight. He is arriving at the halfway point in the season with 20 home runs and 15 steals, putting him on target to reach career highs in both with a good second half.