What happened: The catching evaluation centers on Austin Wells and what type of workload he should carry. New York must decide between staying with Wells, replacing him, or adding a stronger partner to pair with him.

Why it matters: Catcher play sets pitching usage and offseason spending at other spots. A clear answer on Wells defines how aggressive the Yankees can be with offseason roster construction elsewhere.

What to watch: Reviews of the remaining positions follow next. Catcher targets emerge once free agency and trade talks open.