Yankees top prospect George Lombard Jr. made an impressive Double-A debut with the Somerset Patriots, going 1-for-2 with two walks against the Portland Sea Dogs. The 19-year-old, ranked No. 44 overall by MLB Pipeline, showcased his talent with a hit in his first at-bat, clocking it at 103 mph off the bat. Promoted after a strong performance in High-A, where he slashed .329/.495/.488, Lombard Jr. is highly regarded by Yankees manager Aaron Boone for his work ethic and potential as he transitions to Double-A.
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Yankees top prospect George Lombard Jr. gets first hit in Double-A debut
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