George Lombard Jr. shines in Yankees' game against Diamondbacks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 2:24 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
George Lombard Jr. made a strong impression in his big-league debut for the Yankees during their game against the Diamondbacks in Arizona. Lombard went 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBIs, contributing to a 9-2 victory for the Yankees. While one performance does not signal a permanent position, it raises questions about the Yankees' future at shortstop as Lombard shows promise. The Yankees are still evaluating their options at the position, and Lombard's success may influence their decisions moving forward.
- •Lombard hits a home run in his major league debut.
- •Yankees defeat Diamondbacks 9-2.
- •Lombard records three RBIs in the game.
- •The shortstop position remains unsettled for the Yankees.
- •Fans are beginning to take notice of Lombard's talent.
- 2:24 PMYahoo Sports — George Lombard Jr. pushed the Yankees’ shortstop future into the open
"George Lombard Jr. did not show up in Arizona to take anyone’s job. He showed up as a young infielder […]
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