The New York Yankees are expecting George Lombard Jr. to return to their lineup on Friday, according to reports. The team’s plans hinge on his readiness after a recent health concern, with both outlets indicating he is close to being cleared.
The reporting frames Lombard’s status as nearing recovery. While the New York Post uses language suggesting he is “nearly out of the woods,” Yahoo Sports similarly describes his return as expected, pointing to Friday as the likely target date for his return to active play. No additional details about the specific nature of his injury or the prior timeline are provided in the referenced text.
Overall, the accounts align on the key point: Lombard Jr. is anticipated to be back in the Yankees’ lineup on Friday, subject to routine clearance and fitness checks.
