Austin Wells

Austin Wells is a professional baseball player who plays the position of catcher. Born on July 12, 1999, in Scottsdale, Arizona, Wells attended Bishop Gorman High School in Nevada before playing college baseball at the University of Arizona. Known for his left-handed batting and right-handed throwing, Wells was drafted by the New York Yankees in the first round of the 2020 MLB Draft with the 28th overall pick. Wells made his MLB debut with the Yankees on September 1, 2023. During his initial season, he played in 19 games, achieving a batting average of .229 with 4 home runs and 13 RBIs. He demonstrated notable power with an on-base percentage of .257 and a slugging percentage of .486. Wells' defensive skills as a catcher were highlighted by a fielding percentage of .994, with 1 error over 175 total chances. Throughout his career, Wells has shown potential as a power hitter, consistently contributing in key offensive categories. His ability to manage games from behind the plate adds value to his role on the team. Wells continues to develop his skills at the professional level, contributing to both the offensive and defensive facets of the game.