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With Austin Wells showing no offensive improvement in 2026, these are the best catchers for the Yankees to target at the trade deadline.

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Catchers for Yankees to Target at the Trade Deadline

Peyton Youse
May 26, 2026

New York Yankees

It’s no secret that New York Yankee catchers have underperformed in 2026. In 40 games, starting catcher Austin Wells is hitting .165 with a .559 OPS and six RBI. His backup counterpart, J.C. Escarra, isn’t any better. Even after a three-hit performance on Monday, Escarra has an identical .559 OPS and a -0.1 WAR in […]