Athletics' Shea Langeliers: Taking Seat Wednesday

Langeliers to Start Behind the Plate for A's on Wednesday

Shea Langeliers will be taking over behind the plate for the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday

Shea Langeliers is set to make his first career start behind the plate for the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday. The 24-year-old catcher has been one of the A's top prospects for the past few years, and he is now finally getting his chance to show what he can do at the Major League level.

Langeliers was drafted by the A's in the first round of the 2019 MLB draft. He spent the 2020 season at the A's alternate training site, and he made his professional debut in 2021, playing for the A's Double-A affiliate in Midland.

Langeliers hit .258 with 19 home runs and 59 RBIs in 100 games with Midland last season. He also threw out 30% of would-be base stealers.

Langeliers is a good hitter with power and a good eye at the plate. He is also a solid defender behind the plate with a good arm. With Sean Murphy now with the Atlanta Braves, Langeliers has the opportunity to become the A's everyday catcher.

Langeliers Will Receive His First Real Test as a Catcher

Langeliers will be facing a tough test in his first start, as the A's are scheduled to face the Houston Astros. The Astros have one of the best offenses in the MLB, so Langeliers will need to be on his game defensively.

However, Langeliers is confident that he is ready for the challenge. He said, "I'm excited to get out there and play. I've been working hard for this opportunity, and I'm ready to show what I can do."

Langeliers will be counted on to be a leader for the A's young pitching staff. He is a good communicator and has a good understanding of the game. He will be a valuable asset to the A's, both on and off the field.