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Yankees’ George Lombard Jr. gets high praise after double off Zack Wheeler as hot streak continues
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- Lombard Jr. continued a hot start by going 2-for-4 with two RBIs, including a pivotal RBI double off Zack Wheeler to spark Somerset's offense.
- Wheeler, recovering from surgeries, continued his rehab cycle but yielded three earned runs in 5 2/3 innings for Somerset in his fourth rehab start.
- Lombard added an RBI single in the seventh to extend Somerset's lead to 7-3, reinforcing his multi-hit afternoon.
- Volpe praised Lombard's all-around tool set, highlighting his bat path and defensive versatility.
- Lombard shifted back to shortstop with Volpe's rehab at third, showing his flexibility and readiness to contribute at multiple spots.
- Somerset's night was propelled by Lombard's strong start, continuing a spring trajectory that had Yankees brass noticing his defensive and offensive upside.
- Early-season stats positioned Lombard as a top Yankees prospect, with a torrid seven-game stretch boosting his slash line to eye-popping levels.
- Lombard's spring performance and defensive prowess drew continued attention from Yankees brass amid his rapid rise in the minors.
- Volpe commented on Lombard's comprehensive improvement after the game, underscoring Lombard's work ethic and potential.
- The game illustrated Lombard's readiness for higher competition as he continues to prove himself as a top Yankees prospect.
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