"We are watching a Gold Glove shortstop in the future. He has all the mechanics and understanding..." - Harold on @Yank Via @MLBNetwork on X

What happened: Harold cited the Yankees rookie's mechanics and understanding at shortstop. New York's game remains scheduled at 0-0.

Why it matters: The evaluation casts Lombard's defense as a potential long-term strength for the Yankees.

By the numbers: The New York Yankees lead the series 2-0.

What to watch: Lombard's work at shortstop will offer the next test of that projection.

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