| Player: George Lombard Jr. | |||||||||||
| Org: New York Yankees | Highest Level: Double A | Position(s): SS | |||||||||
| Height: 6’2″ | Weight: 190 lbs. | Bats: Right | Throws: Right | ||||||||
| Summary: At the plate, Lombard shows one of the more advanced offensive looks in the system for his age, consistently working quality at-bats with calm pitch recognition and a compact, repeatable swing. He stays balanced, keeps the barrel in the zone, and shows a clear plan geared toward contact and on-base ability rather than chasing power early in counts. Impact has lagged against premium velocity, particularly when fastballs get above the belt, putting added importance on continued strength and bat-speed gains. There are flashes of harder contact when he turns the ball, and the underlying bat speed suggests more game power could arrive with physical maturity and minor swing adjustments. Defensively, Lombard’s feel for the position gives him a real chance to stay at shortstop long term. The hands are clean, the actions are smooth, and his internal clock allows him to complete plays without rushing. He moves well laterally, reads hops effectively, and shows enough arm strength to handle throws from multiple angles on the left side. Athleticism shows up in his versatility as well, with prior looks across the infield reinforcing the overall defensive floor. The profile leans hit-first, but the combination of approach, defensive reliability, and remaining physical upside gives Lombard everyday regular traits. If the power ticks up even to fringe-average, the offensive value jumps significantly, pairing OBP skills with enough damage to profile comfortably in a lineup. The foundation is strong, the floor is high, and the ceiling hinges on how much impact the bat ultimately produces. | |||||||||||
Shaun Kernahan is the founder and lead writer of Three Quarter Slot, where he blends scouting precision with a storyteller’s eye for the human side of the game. Based in Parker, Colorado, he has covered baseball prospects at every level since 2013, delivering in-depth evaluations, draft analysis, and developmental insight. Over the years, he has built Three Quarter Slot into a trusted home for thoughtful prospect coverage, detailed scouting reports, and a grounded look at how talent evolves
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