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Lombard’s Debut: Hitting & Hurting | Wilmington News
Rookie shortstop George Lombard Jr. is making headlines with the Yankees—yes, he hit his first homer on debut, but also committed seven errors in just 20 games, including a six-game error streak dating back to 1915. While some plays are flashy, it’s the routine mistakes that hurt, especially under pressure. Manager Aaron Boone still backs him, acknowledging one game’s confusion led to a wild throw. With the Yankees locked in for a crucial series against the Red Sox and holding a two-game lead for the AL wild card, Lombard’s time to turn things around is now. Can he shake off the early…
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