The Yankees have much to consider about Austin Wells

The Yankees have to weigh some pressing concerns about Austin Wells.

By Dani Mohr · Yahoo

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 8:45 PM

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The New York Yankees must evaluate catcher Austin Wells' future following his offensive struggles in 2026.
Austin Wells attributed his offensive decline to repeated foul ball blows to his catcher's mask.
The 27-year-old catcher experienced headaches and difficulties recognizing pitches after taking hard hits.

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The New York Yankees face key decisions regarding catcher Austin Wells after health issues affected his offensive performance during the 2026 MLB season. Wells attributed his struggles at the plate during the first half of the year to repeated foul ball impacts to his mask, which reportedly caused headaches and pitch recognition issues.

While Wells remained effective defensively, his offensive drop-off prompted evaluation from catching coach Tanner Swanson. The Yankees are now considering whether to stick with the 27-year-old or pursue replacement options through trades or free agency.

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