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Anthony Volpe had left-shoulder labrum surgery, and the timeline points to Opening Day if rehab stays on track. The New York Yankees shielded him through a rough year, but they’ll need cleaner answers on who he is at the plate.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / August 15

Yankees Phenom Among MLB’s Biggest Breakout Prospects

The buzz is building for one of the New York Yankees' top prospects. MLB Pipeline released this week its updated rankings of the top minor-league players. Middle infielder George Lombard Jr.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / August 12

Yankees See Big Changes in Latest Prospect Rankings

The kids are all right. At least according to MLB Pipeline, which released its latest rankings of the game's top prospects. The New York Yankees landed four in the top 100, but only one in the top 50.

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New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / July 24

Yankees Top Prospect Soars into Top 15 of Midseason Rankings'

Yankees shortstop prospect George Lombard Jr. has vaulted into elite territory. In The Athletic’s updated 2025 midseason prospect rankings, Keith Law placed Lombard at No.

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New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 19

Yankees Have One Untouchable Prospect

The New York Yankees are poised to make some big moves at this year's trade deadline. They have a solid farm system from which they can dole out prospects in order to land impact pieces, but one player in particular should remain off limits.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / July 14

George Lombard Jr. Leads Wave of Yankees Prospects Making Noise

George Lombard Jr. stole the spotlight at the Futures Game—and he’s not the only Yankees prospect making noise. From Spencer Jones’ Triple-A surge to Carlos Lagrange’s dominance and Elmer Rodriguez-Cruz’s promotion, New York’s farm system keeps flashing impact talent as the second half of the season begins.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / July 7

Yankees Top Prospect George Lombard Jr Cracks the 2025 MLB All Star Futures Games

he Not only is the MLB draft a few weeks away, but the MLB All-Star festivities are around the corner. The Yankees will have representation at this year’s event, inclusive of the Futures Games.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3

AL scout shares alarming takes about Yankees' Anthony Volpe

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New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 1

Yankees Top Prospect Selected to All-Star Futures Game

George Lombard Jr., the New York Yankees' top prospect, has been selected to represent the team at the All-Star Futures Game in Atlanta. Lombard, 20, was promoted to the Double-A Somerset Patriots just last month, now among the youngest players at the Double-A level.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / June 12

Yankees Underrated Prospect Dominating Minor Leagues

George Lombard Jr. has received plenty of hype, and rightfully so, for his performance in the minor leagues this season, but another New York Yankees infield prospect who's currently playing for Double-A Somerset has emerged as one of the most productive farmhands across baseball.

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New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / May 31

Yankees Top Prospect Could Be Next Major Star

New York Yankees infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. offered a ringing endorsement of the organization's top prospect in George Lombard Jr., a 2023 first-round pick, amidst his rehab assignment with Double-A Somerset earlier this week.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / May 29

Yankees Top Prospect Living Up to the Hype

The New York Yankees knew they were getting a special talent in infielder George Lombard Jr. upon selecting him in the first round of the 2023 MLB Draft, but even they likely didn't expect him to develop as quickly as he has thus far.

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New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / May 19

Yankees Quietly Testing Top Prospect at New Defensive Positions

It’s too soon to project where George Lombard Jr. might ultimately land on the diamond, but the Yankees are already testing out his versatility. The 2023 first-round pick has started games at shortstop, second base, and third in the two weeks since his promotion to Double-A Somerset.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 16

Yankees’ rising star George Lombard Jr. shines in Double-A debut

The New York Yankees have another rising star in the making, and fans are already buzzing. George Lombard Jr., the Yankees top prospect, officially made his Double-A debut with the Somerset Patriots– and his performance is giving the organization plenty of reason to be excited.

New York Yankees News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 12

New York Yankees Prospect George Lombard Jr. Makes Massive Leap in Updated Rankings

The New York Yankees appear to have a new crown jewel in their farm system. MLB Pipeline revealed its updated top 100 rankings on Sunday, accounting for all the rookies who have graduated from prospect status.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / May 9

Yankees Prized Infield Prospect Receives Phenomenal New Ranking

Phenomenal is a good way to describe the rise of New York Yankees prized shortstop prospect George Lombard Jr. Earlier this week the Yankees promoted him from High-A Hudson Valley to Double-A Somerset.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / May 8

Yankees Prospect George Lombard Jr. Moving Up the Ranks

The New York Yankees have made a significant move regarding their top prospect and the future of the organization. George Lombard Jr. was promoted to Double-A Somerset this week, setting up his career for the ultimate test and showcase. It was only a matter of time until Lombard advanced further in the farm system.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / May 7

Yankees Prospect Jumps Into Elite Company on Top 100 List

George Lombard Jr. isn’t just rising through the New York Yankees’ system, he’s getting recognized as one of the best young players across all of baseball.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / May 6

Yankees Place Star Prospect on Injured List Just As Their Other One Arrives

19-year-old star prospect George Lombard Jr. is being aggressively promoted by the New York Yankees after a fantastic start to the season. He looks like he could be a future cornerstone of this team, and Yankees fans might not have to wait long to see him in The Show if he continues performing the way he has.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / May 6

New York Yankees Make Promotion of Star Prospect Official

Over the weekend, it was reported that the New York Yankees were promoting their top prospect, shortstop George Lombard Jr., to Double-A Somerset. With Jasson Dominguez graduating from prospect status with the Major League team, it was Lombardo who assumed the No.