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I'll continue to give feedback on the Dodgers as best I can…
Roy Campanella: From what I have read, Campy's defense was as feared as his hitting. Although he only led the league in assists once it was apparently largely because less runners would take chances on him, very similar to Bench. Despite being confined to a wheelchair, Campanella was instrumental in helping coach young Dodgers catchers like Yeager and Ferguson in spring training. I don't have it in front of me but I am sure I read that Bill James gave very high praise to Campanella's defense.
Mike Scioscia: The problem with Mike is he was a great defensive catcher with an average arm. Scioscia's plate blocking skills and ability to get balls in the dirt are very well documented -- he was the best of his era in those regards. Mike was also known well for his ability to handle a pitching staff and call a game. The fact is though, his throwing arm was average at best.
John Roseboro handled Drysdale and Koufax expertly and won two Gold Gloves. Arm was average to above average. His range factor was over a full point above his league's average and I think James has him listed in the top 30 catchers all-time.
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