Goldschmidt was the starting first baseman for the National League in the 2014 MLB All-Star Game. In 2014, Goldschmidt batted .300 with 19 home runs, 75 runs, and 69 RBIs. His season ended on August 1 when Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Ernesto Frieri hit him in his hand with a pitch, breaking a bone. He spent the rest of the year on the disabled list.