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The Yankees might have a 19-year-old star in the making

The Yankees may not be in a rush to find a long-term solution at third base, and the reason could be 19-year-old George Lombard Jr. The highly regarded prospect is already making waves in spring training, flashing the kind of upside that has the organization dreaming of an infield where he eventually takes over the hot corner.

A Glimpse of the Future

Lombard Jr. spent last season climbing the minor league ranks, playing 110 games across different levels. His final stop was in A+ Hudson Valley, where he played 29 games. While he faced some offensive challenges along the way, that’s not unusual for young players adjusting to professional baseball.