Quick Info
| Profession | Professional Baseball Catcher |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 12/07/1999 |
| Age | 27 years |
| Birthplace | Scottsdale, AZ |
Latest News about Austin Wells
18/08/2026
Wells remained in the Yankees lineup picture in mid-August 2026, with recent reports noting that he was being rested in some games rather than sidelined by a new major injury. Coverage at the time described him as still part of the club’s catching mix as the season continued.
04/08/2026
Austin Wells regained momentum with the Yankees in early August 2026 after a prolonged stretch of uneven production. Over a short hot streak, he produced extra-base hits and a strong OPS, prompting the team to keep him as their primary catcher for the rest of the season.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Austin Kenneth Wells |
|---|---|
| Team | New York Yankees |
| Position | Catcher |
| MLB Debut | 01/09/2023 |
| Draft Year | 2020 |
| Draft Round | 1 |
| Draft Pick | 28 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6'2" |
|---|---|
| Weight | 220 lbs |
| Bats | Left |
| Throws | Right |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | University of Arizona |
|---|---|
| High School | Bishop Gorman High School |
Career
| MLB Team | New York Yankees |
|---|---|
| Years Active | 2023–Present |
| College Team | University of Arizona |
| Draft Info | 2020, New York Yankees, Round 1, Pick 28 |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/awells/ | |
| X | https://x.com/wellsius16 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Represents the Dominican Republic internationally despite being born in the United States[1] | |
| 2. Selected in the first round of the 2020 MLB draft[1][2] | |
| 3. Broke out in 2024 as the Yankees' everyday catcher, hitting 19 home runs and driving in 62 runs across 138 games[5] |