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Originally Posted by Pelican
One other thought is that, while catcher is a prime defensive position, and in that sense HOF hitting is a bonus, the reality is that even a durable catcher in his prime will max out at 125-140 games. Unless you have DH and want to slot him there, that’s a hugely expensive star who sits for 15-25 games a year. No other position player with those skills would miss so many games. If he needs to rest for 10-20% of the games, shouldn’t the salary be 10-20% less than other position players? Plus catchers are more likely to get injured, and to miss games. Seems like there should be a discount for that.
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This is reasonable thinking. However, what other player on the team is involved in EVERY single play, not just balls in play, but EVERY pitch. Other position players stand around most of the game.
That said, I value good catchers and prefer a platoon if I can find the right players. I don't seek after HOF catchers because of their 'normally' short careers.