George Lombard takes another step toward Yankees with Triple-A promotion
George Lombard Jr., the Yankees' top prospect, has been promoted to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre after a strong start at Double-A Somerset, where he posted a .312 batting average and .971 OPS in 20 games. The 21-year-old shortstop, known for his high baseball IQ and defensive readiness, is now one step away from the major leagues. The Yankees drafted him in the first round in 2023 and have been encouraged by his progress in spring training and the minors. It may not be long before he makes his MLB debut.
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MLB George Lombard takes another step toward Yankees with Triple-A promotion By Greg Joyce Published April 28, 2026, 9:45 p.m. ET ARLINGTON, Texas – George Lombard Jr. is suddenly on the doorstep of the big leagues. The Yankees have promoted their top prospect to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, a source confirmed on Tuesday night, after he crushed the first month of the season at Double-A Somerset. Lombard, who turns 21 on June 2, was batting .312 with a .971 OPS in 20 games at Somerset after going through some growing pains in 108 games there last year. Somerset Patriots shortstop George Lombard Jr. scores during a game against the Reading Fightin’ Phils.
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