Yankees option Anthony Volpe to Triple-A, promote George Lombard

The New York Yankees announced the optioning of shortstop Anthony Volpe to Triple-A on August 5, 2026, to make room for George Lombard's debut. This move comes as Volpe's performance fell short of expectations, with a reported OPS ranking him among the league's worst hitters. Despite a promising start as a rookie, Volpe's batting struggles prompted the Yankees to seek improvement with Lombard, who is anticipated to have a significant impact on the team moving forward.

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