Yankees expected to promote top prospect George Lombard Jr. soon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 3:45 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
The New York Yankees are anticipated to call up shortstop George Lombard Jr., ranked as MLB's No. 6 overall prospect. Reports suggest this move may occur within the next two weeks, coinciding with the team's search for offensive stability. Lombard's impressive performance in the minors highlights his potential to improve the struggling shortstop position for New York. His promotion may also quell trade rumors targeting shortstops as the MLB trade deadline approaches.
- •George Lombard Jr. is New York Yankees' No. 1 prospect.
- •Lombard is expected to debut within the next two weeks.
- •The Yankees have struggled offensively at shortstop this season.
- •The call-up could conclude trade speculation surrounding Lombard.
- •New York has depth in its farm system for potential trades.
- 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees expected to call up top prospect, MLB’s number 6 overall prospect
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