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George Lombard Jr. called up by Yankees; among top fantasy waiver wire targets

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Last updated Aug 7, 2026

George Lombard Jr. called up by Yankees; among top fantasy waiver wire targets

Summary

George Lombard Jr. was promoted to the New York Yankees as they look to boost their lineup. Lombard, who performed well at Triple-A with a.386 wOBA, is expected to take over as the everyday shortstop after the Yankees sent Anthony Volpe to the minors. Alongside Lombard, other recommended fantasy picks include Max Clark of the Detroit Tigers and Dustin May, recently acquired by the Milwaukee Brewers. This comes on the heels of a busy trade deadline that shifted several players and prospects into fantasy relevance.

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By the Numbers

•Lombard hit a solo home run in his MLB debut on August 4, 2026.
•Max Clark is also a top waiver target after a successful start with the Tigers.
•Dustin May has joined the Brewers and performed well in his first start.
•Lombard is 42% rostered in Yahoo leagues, highlighting his availability.
•The Yankees aim to revitalize their offense with Lombard's call-up.

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