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Lombard's mind-bending contortionist moves flummox Rays catcher after WP NEW YORK – When the Yankees promoted George Lombard Jr. to the big leagues in August, talent evaluators pointed to the rookie shortstop’s ba...

SEPTEMBER 25 • MLB.COM

Goes deep Wednesday Lombard went 1-for-5 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 9-2 win over Tampa Bay.

Impact Lombard led of the third inning with an opposite-field blast off Mason Englert, his sixth homer this season, extending the Yankees' lead to 3-0. Lombard now has at least one hit in eight of his last nine games -- he's gone 11-for-38 (.289) with three homers in that span. Overall, the rookie shortstop is slashing .236/.287/.396 with 21 runs scored, 19 RBI and two steals through his first 158 major-league plate appearances.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Ben Rice hits 40th and 41st homers as Yankees beat Rays 9-2 a day after Tampa Bay clinches AL East

Ben Rice hit his 40th and 41st home runs, Ryan McMahon added a grand slam while matching his career high with five RBIs and the New York Yankees beat the Tampa Bay Rays 9-2

SEPTEMBER 24 • Associated Press

Aaron Boone reveals Yankees' infield plan for Anthony Volpe, George Lombard Jr. | Sporting News This could be a good test for New York's infield.

SEPTEMBER 23 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Tampa Bay Rays Secure AL East Crown: 'It's A Tough Division'

Playing in perhaps baseball’s toughest division, the Tampa Bay Rays were the class of the field this season

SEPTEMBER 23 • FOX SPORTS

Tampa Bay Rays Secure AL East Crown: 'It's A Tough Division'

Rays' Drew Rasmussen loses no-hit bid in 7th inning on leadoff double by Heliot Ramos

Tampa Bay right-hander Drew Rasmussen lost a no-hit bid against the New York Yankees on Tuesday night when Heliot Ramos led off the seventh inning with a double

SEPTEMBER 23 • Associated Press

Lifts homer Sunday Lombard went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run in Sunday's 8-4 loss to the Diamondbacks.

Impact Lombard has three multi-hit efforts over his last six games, and he's added two homers in that span. His blast Sunday put the Yankees ahead as part of a four-run third inning. Lombard is batting .235 with a .676 OPS, five homers, 17 RBI, 20 runs scored, three doubles, one triple and two stolen bases over his first 37 games in the majors.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Arenado hits grand slam in the Diamondbacks' 8-4 victory over the Yankees

Nolan Arenado hit his third grand slam of the season top help the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the New York Yankees 8-4 on Sunday

SEPTEMBER 20 • Associated Press

Clubs fourth homer Lombard went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and two additional RBI in Friday's 9-2 win over the Diamondbacks.

Impact Lombard has gone 6-for-18 (.333) over his last four contests, adding four RBI in that span. The shortstop has yet to stretch a hitting streak beyond four games, which shows he still has some adjusting to do in the majors. He's batting .234 with a .663 OPS, four homers, 15 RBI, 19 runs scored, three doubles, one triple and two stolen bases over 35 contests.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Twins top Yankees 5-4 in 13 innings on Caratini's single after Judge leaves early with leg tightness

Luke Keaschall went 3 for 5 and scored from second base on Victor Caratini’s game-ending single in the 13th inning to send the Minnesota Twins past the New York Yankees 5-4

SEPTEMBER 16 • Associated Press

Yankees' George Lombard Jr. Shares the Advice He Received From Derek Jeter The New York Yankees' No. 1 prospect, shortstop George Lombard Jr., recently revealed that he had the chance to get some tips from Derek Jet...

SEPTEMBER 15 • SI.COM

Judge hits first homer since May 24 as Yankees clinch record 61st postseason berth, 9th in 10 years

Aaron Judge hit his first home run since May 24 as the New York Yankees clinched their record 61st postseason berth and ninth in 10 years

SEPTEMBER 15 • Associated Press

On bench Sunday Lombard is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Mets.

Impact Lomard will take a seat Sunday after starting the previous eight games and going 3-for-27 (.111 average) with one double, one homer and five RBI during that span. Jose Caballero is starting at shortstop and batting ninth in the finale of the Subway Series.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

3 Reasons Collectors Should Invest in George Lombard Jr. As George Lombard Jr. emerges as one of MLB's more exciting prospects, it might just be the perfect time to start stocking up on his cards.

SEPTEMBER 12 • SI.COM

Anthony Volpe wins over Yankees fans with grand slam and 5 RBIs in rousing return to majors

Anthony Volpe’s first night back in the majors was one to remember

SEPTEMBER 10 • Associated Press

Yankees' George Lombard Jr. joins Mickey Mantle on exclusive franchise list Lombard Jr. blasts his way into Yankees history.

SEPTEMBER 10 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

George Lombard Jr. reacts to Anthony Volpe's return to the NY Yankees The New York Yankees are receiving encouraging news on the roster front, with shortstop Anthony Volpe closing in on a return—a key dynamic t...

SEPTEMBER 10 • BOLAVIP.COM

Makes history with first grand slam Lombard went 1-for-4 with a grand slam in Wednesday's 6-1 win over Colorado.

Impact Lombard blasted his first career grand slam Wednesday as well as the first of the season for New York. The 21-year-old shortstop also became the youngest Yankee with a grand slam since Mickey Mantle way back in 1952, per Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. Through 96 major-league at-bats so far, Lombard is hitting .240 with three homers, 11 RBI, one stolen base and 14 runs scored.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Rookie Lombard goes oppo for Yankees' first grand slam of 2026 NEW YORK – The Yankees waited to promote George Lombard Jr. until they believed their top prospect was ready to handle top-flight pitching,...

SEPTEMBER 10 • MLB.COM

Back in Friday's lineup Lombard (knee) is in the Yankees lineup for Friday's affair with the Padres.

Impact After missing four straight games due to right knee inflammation, Lombard will make his return to the starting lineup for Friday's series opener against San Diego. The 21-year-old will man shortstop and bat seventh for the Yankees.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Padres begin 3-game series against the Yankees

The San Diego Padres start a three-game series at home against the New York Yankees on Friday

SEPTEMBER 4 • Associated Press

George Lombard Jr. injury: Yankees have update on when rookie shortstop will return New York Yankees rookie shortstop George Lombard Jr. has been absent from the starting lineup for 4 straight games.

SEPTEMBER 3 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Not in Wednesday's lineup Lombard (knee) is not in the Yankees' starting lineup against the Angels on Wednesday.

Impact Lombard will be out of the Yankees' lineup for a fourth consecutive game while recovering from right knee inflammation. He has been cleared to run and do light work on the field, and with the Yankees off Thursday, Lombard could be back in action for Friday's series opener against the Padres. Jose Caballero will start at shortstop and bat seventh in Lombard's absence.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Angels and Yankees meet in series rubber match

The Los Angeles Angels and New York Yankees meet on Wednesday with the winner claiming the three-game series

SEPTEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Aaron Boone provides promising update on George Lombard Jr. despite absence from NY Yankees lineup Top prospect George Lombard Jr. remains out of the New York Yankees' lineup, but manager Aaron Boone offered a promising update on his recov...

SEPTEMBER 1 • BOLAVIP.COM

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