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Eckstein 4 Prez · 03-07-2009, 03:38 AM

HITTERS BY POSITION - CATCHER

(asterisked players will be free agents this offseason)

National League

Tom Barlow, Troy Trojans* (0-37-.253-8) - Although he is still only 30 years old, he still seems to have declined in his hitting ability over the past few years. Nevertheless, he was a capable catcher for Troy, and some team is almost certain to put him in a starting role next season.

Charlie Bennett, Cleveland Blues (0-23-.166-0) - Although he is a first-rate fielder at catcher, he has simply never developed as a hitter. Cleveland may need to replace him if they are to return to their pennant-winning form.

Emil Gross, Providence Grays (1-46-.259-0) - Although he still hasn't recaptured the magic of his .300-hitting rookie season, he did much better this season than in the previous two. Capable if unspectacular behind the plate.

Dick Higham, Worcester Ruby Legs* (0-28-.251-1) - Higham has done a solid job for every team he has played for, but he reportedly was happiest in New York in the early 1870s. Some observers believe this will give the two new clubs in Gotham the best chance to sign him this offseason.

Cal McVey, Boston Red Caps* (0-45-.277-15) - He had an off-year this season at exactly the wrong time, as he is unhappy with the contract offers Boston made to him and so will test the market. At age 33, he is the career leader in hits and probably still has a few strong years left.

"Orator Jim" O'Rourke, Chicago White Stockings* (4-58-.268-0) - He has been one of the better hitters in the league for years, although he had the lowest batting average of his career this year by nearly 20 points. Still, he should get a good contract this offseason.

Martin Powell, Detroit Wolverines (0-20-.272-1) - Detroit split the catching duties between Powell, who can hit but can't field at catcher, and Tom Foley, who is an adequate fielder but poor hitter. At least they're better off than last year, when they had Gilligan behind the plate.

Frank Selman, Buffalo Bisons (1-42-.231-6) - Selman is a steady, solid player, but probably not worth the huge 4-year contract extension Buffalo gave him during the season.

American Association

Tug Arundel, Philadelphia Athletics (1-19-.152-6) - One of many reasons why Philadelphia simply could not compete with the more skilled teams this season.

Eddie Fusselback, St. Louis Brown Stockings (1-43-.257-0) - He did a solid job as a 26-year-old rookie, and looks like he could be a solid player behind the plate for years to come.

Dan Sullivan, Louisville Eclipse (1-54-.248-0) - This rookie was solid enough to keep this spot from being a liability for the pennant-winners, and given their star outfield that was all that was necessary.

Tug Thompson, Cincinnati Red Stockings (1-26-.234-0) - It took Cincinnati a while to settle on an everyday catcher, and once they decided on Thompson he did an adequate job. A poor fielder behind the plate.

Deacon White, Pittsburgh Alleghenys (2-47-.311-0) - One of the few established base ball stars to jump to the new league, he did well, as expected.

Ed Whiting, Baltimore Orioles (0-48-.326-0) - He was expected to be a good defensive player, but no one thought this rookie was much of a hitter. He spent the 1882 season proving the critics wrong with a phenomenal rookie campaign.

And the awards for best catcher of 1882 go to... JIM O'ROURKE OF CHICAGO in the National League, and ED WHITING OF BALTIMORE in the American Association. For O'Rourke, it is his fourth time winning the award for best catcher. For Whiting, his award is a major upset, as nearly all observers expected the veteran White to get the hardware.

Catcher

1871 - Deacon White, Cleveland Forest Citys (0-28-.389-1)
1872 - Cal McVey, Boston Red Stockings (3-52-.405-18)
1873 - John Clapp, Baltimore Canaries (0-45-.345-4)
1874 - Jim O'Rourke, New York Mutuals (2-68-.365-3)
1875 - Cal McVey, Boston Red Stockings (1-79-.329-14)
1876 - Jim O'Rourke, New York Mutuals (1-32-.374-3)
1877 - Cal McVey, Boston Red Caps (3-46-.375-9)
1878 - Cal McVey, Boston Red Caps (0-41-.355-9)
1879 - Cal McVey, Boston Red Caps (0-62-.333-11)
1880 - Jim O'Rourke, Chicago White Stockings (1-51-.298-5)
1881 - Cal McVey, Boston Red Caps (1-41-.334-13)
1882 - NL - Jim O'Rourke, Chicago White Stockings (4-58-.268-0) / AA - Ed Whiting, Baltimore Orioles (0-48-.326-0)

03-07-2009, 03:38 AM	#369 (permalink)
Eckstein 4 Prez Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: The OC Posts: 5,527 Thanks: 21 Thanked 45x in 33 posts	HITTERS BY POSITION - CATCHER (asterisked players will be free agents this offseason) National League Tom Barlow, Troy Trojans* (0-37-.253-8) - Although he is still only 30 years old, he still seems to have declined in his hitting ability over the past few years. Nevertheless, he was a capable catcher for Troy, and some team is almost certain to put him in a starting role next season. Charlie Bennett, Cleveland Blues (0-23-.166-0) - Although he is a first-rate fielder at catcher, he has simply never developed as a hitter. Cleveland may need to replace him if they are to return to their pennant-winning form. Emil Gross, Providence Grays (1-46-.259-0) - Although he still hasn't recaptured the magic of his .300-hitting rookie season, he did much better this season than in the previous two. Capable if unspectacular behind the plate. Dick Higham, Worcester Ruby Legs* (0-28-.251-1) - Higham has done a solid job for every team he has played for, but he reportedly was happiest in New York in the early 1870s. Some observers believe this will give the two new clubs in Gotham the best chance to sign him this offseason. Cal McVey, Boston Red Caps* (0-45-.277-15) - He had an off-year this season at exactly the wrong time, as he is unhappy with the contract offers Boston made to him and so will test the market. At age 33, he is the career leader in hits and probably still has a few strong years left. "Orator Jim" O'Rourke, Chicago White Stockings* (4-58-.268-0) - He has been one of the better hitters in the league for years, although he had the lowest batting average of his career this year by nearly 20 points. Still, he should get a good contract this offseason. Martin Powell, Detroit Wolverines (0-20-.272-1) - Detroit split the catching duties between Powell, who can hit but can't field at catcher, and Tom Foley, who is an adequate fielder but poor hitter. At least they're better off than last year, when they had Gilligan behind the plate. Frank Selman, Buffalo Bisons (1-42-.231-6) - Selman is a steady, solid player, but probably not worth the huge 4-year contract extension Buffalo gave him during the season. American Association Tug Arundel, Philadelphia Athletics (1-19-.152-6) - One of many reasons why Philadelphia simply could not compete with the more skilled teams this season. Eddie Fusselback, St. Louis Brown Stockings (1-43-.257-0) - He did a solid job as a 26-year-old rookie, and looks like he could be a solid player behind the plate for years to come. Dan Sullivan, Louisville Eclipse (1-54-.248-0) - This rookie was solid enough to keep this spot from being a liability for the pennant-winners, and given their star outfield that was all that was necessary. Tug Thompson, Cincinnati Red Stockings (1-26-.234-0) - It took Cincinnati a while to settle on an everyday catcher, and once they decided on Thompson he did an adequate job. A poor fielder behind the plate. Deacon White, Pittsburgh Alleghenys (2-47-.311-0) - One of the few established base ball stars to jump to the new league, he did well, as expected. Ed Whiting, Baltimore Orioles (0-48-.326-0) - He was expected to be a good defensive player, but no one thought this rookie was much of a hitter. He spent the 1882 season proving the critics wrong with a phenomenal rookie campaign. And the awards for best catcher of 1882 go to... JIM O'ROURKE OF CHICAGO in the National League, and ED WHITING OF BALTIMORE in the American Association. For O'Rourke, it is his fourth time winning the award for best catcher. For Whiting, his award is a major upset, as nearly all observers expected the veteran White to get the hardware. Catcher 1871 - Deacon White, Cleveland Forest Citys (0-28-.389-1) 1872 - Cal McVey, Boston Red Stockings (3-52-.405-18) 1873 - John Clapp, Baltimore Canaries (0-45-.345-4) 1874 - Jim O'Rourke, New York Mutuals (2-68-.365-3) 1875 - Cal McVey, Boston Red Stockings (1-79-.329-14) 1876 - Jim O'Rourke, New York Mutuals (1-32-.374-3) 1877 - Cal McVey, Boston Red Caps (3-46-.375-9) 1878 - Cal McVey, Boston Red Caps (0-41-.355-9) 1879 - Cal McVey, Boston Red Caps (0-62-.333-11) 1880 - Jim O'Rourke, Chicago White Stockings (1-51-.298-5) 1881 - Cal McVey, Boston Red Caps (1-41-.334-13) 1882 - NL - Jim O'Rourke, Chicago White Stockings (4-58-.268-0) / AA - Ed Whiting, Baltimore Orioles (0-48-.326-0) __________________ Looking for an insomnia cure? Check out The Olde Tyme Base Ball Simulator! Last edited by Eckstein 4 Prez; 03-07-2009 at 02:12 PM.