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Lombard Jr. Shines in Debut | Wilmington News
George Lombard Jr. exploded onto the MLB scene with a jaw-dropping debut for the Yankees, crushing his first career homer—a solo shot that sent Yankee Stadium into chaos. Just 21, the son of former big leaguer George Lombard, stepped into the shortstop role and delivered with power and poise, turning slick double plays and handling tough grounders like a seasoned pro. His one-for-two night, capped by that historic blast (making him the 14th Yankee to homer on his debut), helped secure a 2-0 win and reignited hope for a stable infield future. This isn’t just a flash in the pan—it’s the start…
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