Wells to Lead Yankees Catching Duty as Trevino returns
I just read Max Goodman’s article on NJ.com, which offers an in-depth look at the Yankees’ catcher situation. (Subscription needed) Read the full article here.
The Yankees are planning to keep Austin Wells as their primary catcher even after Jose Trevino returns from the injured list. Wells has excelled in his full-time role. Trevino will return, but his playing time will be limited because of Wells recent play.
For the first part of the season, the Yankees split the catching duties evenly between Trevino and Wells. However, since Trevino’s injury on July 12, Wells has stepped up significantly, showcasing his skills both defensively and offensively. With a .323 batting average and a .948 OPS since Trevino’s injury, Wells has been one of the most productive catchers in baseball.
Manager Aaron Boone has indicated that while Trevino will still see some playing time, Wells’ recent performance means he will take on a larger role. Boone also mentioned the importance of keeping Wells fresh as the season progresses, suggesting that Wells will receive occasional days off to maintain his peak performance.
Trevino is expected to begin a rehab assignment soon and will eventually replace Carlos Narváez on the roster. Narváez has filled in admirably during Trevino’s absence
