George Lombard Jr.’s defensive spiral has become the Yankees’ biggest concern entering a massive series against the Red Sox. Evan Roberts believes sitting the young shortstop now could only magnify the pressure, while Shaun Morash argues a breather may be exactly what Lombard needs after six straight games with an error. The debate turns to whether hype, criticism, and social media have gotten into the 21-year-old’s head.
Shaun Morash is in for Tiki Barber alongside Evan Roberts as they also debate Lombard’s long-term ceiling, whether he can become a true star, and how quickly Yankee Stadium could turn on him if the mistakes continue against Boston.
Aug 28, 2026
