The MLB's Elite Ten Catchers Who Made History

Introduction

10.) Buster Posey

• Buster Posey has been a key player for the San Francisco Giants since 2009 and continues to play.
• 3 Time World Series Champion (2010, 2012, 2014)
• National League MVP (2012)
• National League Rookie of the Year (2010)

9.) Carlton Fisk

• Carlton Fisk was a prominent figure on the rosters of both the Boston Red Sox and the Chicago White Sox.
• 11 Time MLB All Star (1972, 1973, 1974, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1985, 1991)
• American League Rookie of the Year (1972)
• Gold Glove Award (1972)

8.) Bill Dickey

• Bill Dickey was a vital player for the New York Yankees during the years 1928 to 1943, with a brief return in 1946.
• 14 Time Series Champion (1928, 1932, 1936, 1937, 1938, 1939, 1941, 1943, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1956)
• The New York Yankees have honored Bill Dickey by retiring his iconic number 8.
• Monument Park Honoree

7.) Mickey Cochrane

• Mickey Cochrane was a standout catcher for both the Philadelphia Athletics and the Detroit Tigers.
• 3 Time World Series Champion (1929, 1930, 1935)
• 2 Time American League MVP (1928, 1934)
• 2 Time MLB All Star (1934, 1935)

6.) Gary Carter

• Gary Carter had a notable career playing for teams such as the Montreal Expos, New York Mets, San Francisco Giants, and Los Angeles Dodgers.
• World Series Champion (1986)
• Roberto Clemente Award (1989)
• National League RBI Leader (1984)

5.) Roy Campanella

• Roy Campanella displayed his skills with the Washington/Baltimore Elite Giants before making a name for himself with the Brooklyn Dodgers.
• World Series Champion (1955)
• 3 Time National League MVP (1951, 1953, 1955)
• National League RBI Leader (1953)

4.) Ivan Rodriguez

• Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez showcased his talent across multiple teams including the Texas Rangers, Florida Marlins, Detroit Tigers, New York Yankees, Houston Astros, and Washington Nationals.
• World Series Champion (2003)
• American League MVP (1999)
• NLCS MVP (2003)

3.) Mike Piazza

• Mike Piazza had an impressive stint with several teams, including the Los Angeles Dodgers, Florida Marlins, New York Mets, San Diego Padres, and Oakland Athletics.
• National League Rookie of the Year (1993)
• 12 Time MLB All Star (1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2005)
• The New York Mets have retired Mike Piazza's famous number 31 in recognition of his contributions.

2.) Johnny Bench

• Johnny Bench proudly served as a key catcher for the Cincinnati Reds from 1967 until 1983.
• 2 Time World Series Champion (1975, 1976)
• 2 Time National League MVP (1970, 1972)
• World Series MVP (1976)

1.) Yogi Berra

• Yogi Berra played an integral role for the New York Yankees and had a short time with the New York Mets.
• 13 Time World Series Champion (1947, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1956, 1958, 1961, 1962, 1969, 1977, 1978)
• 3 Time American League MVP (1951, 1954, 1955)
• Monument Park Honoree

Written by: David Green