Yankees debut George Lombard Jr. at shortstop against Cardinals
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Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The New York Yankees are debuting rookie George Lombard Jr. at shortstop during an important season stretch. The 21-year-old was promoted from Triple-A after a strong performance, where he batted.370 in July. Yankees manager Aaron Boone praised Lombard's work ethic and talent, highlighting his defensive abilities and offensive potential. His debut is set for August 4 at Yankee Stadium against the St. Louis Cardinals.
- •Lombard is the son of former MLB player George Lombard Sr.
- •He impressed teammates, including Aaron Judge, at spring training.
- •Lombard posted a 1.147 OPS and went 5-for-10 in August before his callup.
- •The Yankees are giving him a chance to adjust during a pennant race.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — 3 things to know about George Lombard Jr. as he makes Yankees debut
"Yankees are debuting rookie George Lombard Jr. at shortstop as an important season moves down the stretch.
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