George Lombard Jr. Homers in Electrifying MLB Debut

Top prospect George Lombard Jr. had a dream start to his MLB career, hitting a solo home run for his first career hit in a 2-0 win over the Cardinals. The 21-year-old shortstop, promoted after the trade deadline, finished 1-for-2 and displayed defensive prowess with a slick double play. He became the third-youngest Yankee to homer in his first game, sharing the spotlight on a night his younger brother also homered in his own professional debut.