Dedicated to the Catcher!
As you’ve noticed, the majority of the posts on this website relate to the catcher – the guy (or gal) who sits behind home plate. But – what about the Bullpen Catcher? Wait… who? I don’t blame you if you don’t recognize this role on a baseball team. The people who perform these duties often … Read more
When it comes to baseball, being left-handed is usually seen as a bonus. Left-handed pitchers are often the most valuable pitchers in the game and first basemen who are left-handed are big assets. Being able to hit left-handed is a skill that many right-handed players strive to master. However, left-handed catchers are incredibly rare and … Read more
One of my favorite questions to ask at the end of the season is who were the best catchers for the year. Here is a quick run down of who I believe performed head and shoulders above the others, and more importantly, what makes them the top rated. 5. Brian McCann 2015 statistics: .232 AVG, … Read more