We all want Shea Langeliers to be great. First off he’s our #1 catcher whether we like it or not, plus he’s one of the returns from an important trade: Matt Olson to the Braves in the 2022 off-season.
The good news is, Langeliers offers two strengths that are highly visible — ones which, in fact, help to obscure his many faults. Langeliers has undeniable HR power, having clocked 22 HR in his 2023 rookie season with 21 HR this year and counting. He also has a great arm behind the plate, with pop times, arm strength, and accuracy that help make him a legitimate threat as a throwing catcher.