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Yankees’ George Lombard Jr. Sets Six-Error Streak

8/28/2026

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Summary

Story summary

George Lombard Jr. recorded his sixth consecutive error in a 5-1 loss to the Astros.
The streak was the first six-error run by a Yankees shortstop since 1915.
It also matched the franchise record set in 1921 and was the longest MLB run since 1992.
Manager Aaron Boone said Lombard will not be rested.
Lombard pledged to improve before the Red Sox series.

History

Historical Context

George Lombard Jr.'s six-error streak revives a defensive lapse not seen since the Yankees' 2009 error-free run. The club once set a major-league record of 18 straight error-free games from May 14 to June 1, 2009, during a season that produced 103 wins and a World Series title. That contrast pushes manager Aaron Boone to reassess the infield ahead of the Red Sox series.

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Story summary

George Lombard Jr. recorded his sixth consecutive error in a 5-1 loss to the Astros.
The streak was the first six-error run by a Yankees shortstop since 1915.
It also matched the franchise record set in 1921 and was the longest MLB run since 1992.
Manager Aaron Boone said Lombard will not be rested.
Lombard pledged to improve before the Red Sox series.

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