Yankees catchers perform well despite offensive struggles ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 11:38 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
The Yankees maintain a strong 3.40 ERA, supported by impressive defensive work from catchers Austin Wells, J.C. Escarra, and Ali Sanchez. Recent games showed critical plays as Sanchez blocked key pitches in a 1-0 victory against the Phillies. The team's catchers rank low in batting average and OPS, prompting speculation about acquiring Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers before the August 3 trade deadline, although the Twins plan to be buyers at the deadline.
- •Yankees pitchers credit catchers for MLB-best 3.40 ERA.
- •Catchers rank 29th in MLB for batting average and OPS.
- •The Yankees aim to acquire Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers by the trade deadline.
- •The Twins deny trade talks, positioning themselves as buyers.
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"The Yankees reportedly have prioritized dealing for a catcher before the Aug. 3 trade deadline.
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