George Lombard Jr.'s Yankees error streak hits historic territory
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- George Lombard Jr., the Yankees' shortstop, has committed errors in six consecutive games, marking the longest such streak for a Yankees shortstop since 1915.
- Despite a strong MLB debut with two home runs in his first four games, Lombard's defensive struggles have become a significant concern for the team.
- Manager Aaron Boone remains optimistic, emphasizing Lombard’s skill and fundamentals and expecting this error streak to be a temporary setback.
- Lombard acknowledged the issue, stating he is working with coaches to understand and improve his defensive performance, drawing on past experiences of similar slumps.
- The Yankees continue to face challenges at shortstop this season, especially following Anthony Volpe’s demotion, making Lombard’s development critical for the team.
