Cashman Is Running Out of Excuses to Keep Lombard Down

The Yankees’ offense needs an immediate jolt, and Evan Roberts is demanding that Brian Cashman call up George Lombard Jr. now. Evan argues that Jose Caballero and Anthony Volpe have already shown they are not the long-term answer at shortstop, while Lombard’s hot bat and major league-ready defense make him the most exciting option available. Tiki Barber agrees with the idea but warns that a rookie could struggle under postseason pressure, while Shaun Morash believes Lombard could also solve the Yankees’ problems at third base. They debate whether Volpe should be sent down, whether Lombard is being protected as a trade chip, and why waiting until September could waste the prospect’s chance to transform the season.