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George Lombard Jr. impresses Yankees with skills in first two weeks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 10:12 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

George Lombard Jr. impresses Yankees with skills in first two weeks

Summary

George Lombard Jr. has played 14 games for the New York Yankees since his debut on August 4, showcasing notable defensive abilities. His performance includes eight defensive runs saved, ranking him third among MLB shortstops. Yankees manager Aaron Boone acknowledged Lombard's love for the game, while players and coaches have praised his impact on the team. Since Lombard's arrival, the Yankees have achieved a 9-6 record, currently holding a 72-55 season mark amidst injuries to key players like Aaron Judge.

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Status Watch

•Lombard has recorded 1.3 WAR in 14 games since joining the Yankees.
•He is hitting.292 with a.790 OPS early in his career.
•Yankees have won nine of 15 games since Lombard's debut on August 4.
•Lombard ranked third among major league shortstops in defensive runs saved.
•The Yankees continue to manage injuries to several key players this season.

Latest Updates

11:02 AMYahoo Sports — Built for the Bronx, George Lombard Jr.'s journey to the majors
10:12 AMYahoo Sports — George Lombard Jr. has been with Yankees for 2 weeks. They're already 'in awe' at his skills.

What they're saying

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Promoted during a pennant race, Yankees' rookie shortstop George Lombard Jr. has already impacted the team on both sides of the ball.
— Yahoo Sports