Langeliers Out Jeffers Rises | Duluth News

Duluth News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 27, 2026 · 1m

Shea Langeliers’ season-ending torn meniscus has sent shockwaves through the trade deadline catcher market, clearing the way for Ryan Jeffers to emerge as the top offensive target. Langeliers, a power-hitting catcher batting over .260 with 19 homers, was a rare gem—now gone, teams are turning to Jeffers, who’s crushing it at .280 with 8 homers and elite plate discipline. While his defense isn’t elite, his bat and team control make him irresistible to contenders like the Yankees and Red Sox. But the Twins aren’t easily moved—Jeffers is their cornerstone, and any trade will demand a blockbuster…