Yankees prospect George Lombard Jr. injures hand during game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
During a June 16 game, Yankees prospect George Lombard Jr. sustained a hand injury while playing defense for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Lombard was hit by a runner attempting to steal second base and left the game in visible pain. The RailRiders secured a 3-1 victory over the Columbus Clippers. Other Yankees minor league teams also played, with the Low-A Tampa Tarpons winning 15-9 against the Fort Myers Miracle, highlighted by Luis Puello's three home runs. The Double-A Somerset Patriots lost 7-6 to the Portland Sea Dogs in a closely contested matchup.
- •Lombard went 1-1 with a double before the injury.
- •Scranton/Wilkes-Barre remains competitive in the standings.
- •Tarpons achieved a significant offensive display with 15 runs.
- •Connor McGinnis hit a grand slam for the Patriots despite the loss.
- •Florida Complex League game suspended due to rain.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees prospects: George Lombard Jr. injures hand on defense
"Recapping the Yankees’ minor league affiliates’ results from June 16th.
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