Austin Wells' Defensive Mastery Could Earn Him Key Role with Yankees

Rookie catcher's impressive spring training performance catches manager Aaron Boone's eye, potentially leading to increased playing time.

Austin Wells impresses with defensive skills, pushing for a significant role with the Yankees.
Wells' improved catching abilities have caught the attention of Yankees' manager Aaron Boone, who praises his progress.
The rookie catcher's offseason work has led to notable improvements in receiving, blocking, and throwing.
Wells' performance could lead to increased playing time, potentially more than teammate Jose Trevino.
Despite a slow start offensively this spring, Wells' defensive contributions are highly valued by the team.