The New York Yankees were linked to catchers ahead of the 2026 MLB trade deadline. One has to imagine they may consider a catcher trade pursuit this offseason. All-Star Shea Langeliers of the Athletics is reportedly a candidate to be moved ahead of the 2027 campaign, and the Yankees could be a fit.

“The Athletics’ Shea Langeliers (controllable through 2028) is another trade possibility,” MLB.com reported recently. “… A torn meniscus in his right knee ended any chance he had of being moved before the Deadline, but the Athletics could consider dangling him this winter as they look for ways to improve their pitching staff.”

As mentioned, Langeliers suffered an injury before the trade deadline which led to the possibility of a deal occurring at the time drastically decreasing. Things are different now, however.

The 28-year-old still has a couple years of team control remaining on his contract. The Athletics need pitching, and moving Langeliers could help them address that area of their roster. Langeliers' trade value remains high despite his previous injury concern.

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In 2026, he earned the first All-Star selection of his big league career and ultimately hit .262 with an .802 OPS and 23 home runs. Although he wasn't an All-Star in 2025, the backstop hit .277 with 31 home runs and an .861 OPS. He had 29 long balls in 2024 as well, so his track record proves his consistency in the power department.

It remains to be seen if the Yankees officially have interest in a potential Shea Langeliers trade this offseason. At the very least, the fit makes sense.