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Yankees Promote 19-Year-Old Star to Double-A Somerset

5/5/2025

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The New York Yankees are making waves by promoting their shining star, 19-year-old shortstop George Lombard Jr., to Double-A Somerset. After dazzling fans at High-A Hudson Valley with a .329 batting average, an impressive .983 OPS, and 11 stolen bases, Lombard is now just a heartbeat away from the major leagues.

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The New York Yankees are making waves by promoting their shining star, 19-year-old shortstop George Lombard Jr., to Double-A Somerset. After dazzling fans at High-A Hudson Valley with a .329 batting average, an impressive .983 OPS, and 11 stolen bases, Lombard is now just a heartbeat away from the major leagues.