Austin Wells Looks to Rebound Following WBC Stint

Yankees catcher Austin Wells is entering a crucial 2026 season after representing the Dominican Republic in the WBC. While his 2025 campaign saw a regression in plate discipline and struggles against offspeed pitches, Wells remains an elite defensive catcher. The Yankees are banking on his potential to regain his offensive form, with his ability to lift the ball and pull it to right field remaining a key focus for his development as he looks to secure his role as the everyday backstop.