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Lombard's Leaping Slide Stuns Rays
25 Sep
Summary
- George Lombard Jr. executed a unique leaping slide to score.
- The Yankees achieved a comeback victory from a 4-0 deficit.
- Cam Schlittler finished the season with a 1.95 ERA.
George Lombard Jr. executed a spectacular, game-changing play during the Yankees' 6-4 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. In the seventh inning, Lombard scored from third base on a pitch that went to the backstop, employing a unique leaping slide over the catcher to avoid a tag. This incredible athletic maneuver pulled the Yankees within a run as they completed a comeback from an early 4-0 deficit.
Lombard's offensive contributions were pivotal throughout the game. He hit an RBI double that narrowed the gap and later delivered a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the eighth inning. Since his debut on August 4, the 21-year-old rookie has demonstrated significant progress, particularly during a recent hot streak.
The Yankees' pitching also saw a standout performance from Cam Schlittler. He concluded his first full season with an impressive 1.95 ERA and 239 strikeouts. Schlittler's performance places him among the top pitchers in Yankees history for ERA and strikeouts, and he matched a team record for consecutive starts with one earned run or fewer allowed.
