George Lombard Jr. is an American professional baseball shortstop for the New York Yankees. The team drafted him with the 26th overall pick in the 2023 MLB draft. Born on June 02, 2005, George Lombard Jr. attended Gulliver Preparatory School in Pinecrest, Florida, United States.
George Lombard Jr. played for the Tampa Tarpons and the Hudson Valley Renegades in the 2024 season. He received a $3.3 million signing bonus after signing with the Yankees. He is about to make his debut in the MLB as of May 2025.
George Lombard Jr.'s parents
George Lombard Jr. is the son of George Paul Lombard Sr. and Judy Prado Lombard.
George Lombard Jr.'s mother
Judy Prado Lombard is the mother of George Lombard Jr. She works as a Station Manager at Mira TV, according to her LinkedIn profile. Judy graduated from Rutgers University.
George Lombard Jr.'s father
George Lombard Jr.'s father is George Paul Lombard, a professional baseball coach and former outfielder who serves as the bench coach for the Detroit Tigers in Major League Baseball (MLB). Lombard's love for baseball was evident from an early age, and he excelled at both baseball and football during his time at The Lovett School in Atlanta. Although initially committed to playing college football for the Georgia Bulldogs, he was chosen by the Atlanta Braves during the 1994 MLB Draft in the second round. Teams such as the Detroit Tigers, Braves, Washington Nationals, and Tampa Bay Devil Rays have all benefited from Lombard's remarkable talent on the field.
One of Lombard's most significant accomplishments was during his time in China, where he made history by hitting the first home run by an American baseball player during the MLB China Series on March 15th, 2008.
What nationality are George Lombard Jr.'s parents?
George Lombard Jr.'s parents, George Lombard and Judy Prado, are both American nationals.
George Lombard Jr.'s Siblings
Jacob Lombard is the brother of George Lombard Jr. He has also played baseball for Gulliver Preparatory School, just like George, according to reports.
FAQs on George Lombard Jr.
A. George Lombard Jr. plays for the Somerset Patriots as of May 2025.
A. George Lombard Jr. was born on February 06, 2005, and is 19 years old as of 2025.
A. George bats and throws right-handedly.
A. George Paul Lombard is the father of George Lombard Jr.
A. George Lombard Jr. was drafted into the MLB by the New York Yankees in 2023.
