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catcher
Catcher is a position for a baseball or softball player. When a batter takes their turn to hit, the catcher crouches behind home plate, in front of the (home) umpire, and receives the ball from the pitcher. In addition to this primary duty, the catcher is also called upon to master many other skills in order to field the position well; mainly defensively, (and offensively, when it's the team's turn to bat). The role of the catcher is similar to that of the wicket-keeper in cricket, but in cricket, wicketkeepers are increasingly known for their batting abilities.
Positioned behind home plate, the catcher can see the whole field, since basically is the only player in the team that has, practically, an opposite point of view, and is therefore in the best position to direct and lead the other players in a defensive play. The catcher typically calls for pitches using hand signals. The calls are based on the pitcher's mechanics and strengths, as well as the batter's tendencies and weaknesses. Foul tips, bouncing balls in the dirt, and contact with runners during plays at the plate are all events to be handled by the catcher, necessitating the use of protective equipment. This includes a mask, chest and throat protectors, shin guards, and a heavily padded catcher's mitt. Though rare, some chest protectors may extend lower to provide some shield to the genitalia; wearing a pelvic protector or cup, depending on the case, is preferred and more common.
Because the position requires a comprehensive understanding of the game's strategies, the pool of former catchers yields a disproportionate number of managers in both Major League Baseball and Minor League Baseball, including such prominent examples as Connie Mack, Steve O'Neill, Al López, Mike Scioscia, and Joe Torre. The physical and mental demands of being involved on every defensive play can wear catchers down over a long season, and can have a negative effect on their offensive output.Because of the strategic defensive importance of catching, if a catcher has exceptional defensive skills, teams are often willing to overlook their relative offensive weaknesses. A knowledgeable catcher's ability to work with the pitcher, via pitch selection and location, can diminish the effectiveness of the opposing team's offense. Many great defensive catchers toiled in relative anonymity, because they did not produce large offensive numbers. Notable examples of light-hitting, defensive specialists were Jerry Grote, Ray Schalk, Jim Hegan, Jim Sundberg and Brad Ausmus. Schalk's career batting average of .253 is the lowest of any position player in the Baseball Hall of Fame. That he was selected for enshrinement in 1955 was largely a tribute to his outstanding defensive skills.In the numbering system used to record baseball plays, the catcher is assigned the number '2'. (See Baseball scorekeeping.)
Hi folks,
I have a never been used Steyr AUG / USR brass catcher. Sold my Steyr years ago and forgot about this. From what I can tell they are fairly hard to find accessories.
Asking $125 cash, not looking for trades. Must be willing to pick up in Seattle.
Thanks!
Hi folks,
I have two new-in-box FN PS90 accessories. Never used, just sitting boxed up for ages.
FN PS90 Three Point Tactical Sling
FN PS90 Brass Catcher
Asking $50 in total with pick up in Seattle. Not looking for trades. Thanks!
This is a longshot.... pun intended. I dont think what Im looking for exists but Ideally Id like to buy one.
But I dont think it exists commercially so Im entertaining the idea of a DIY version, except Im not certain how I could secure it to the top pic rail? Looking for ideas on this if ones...
WTS/WTT
JR3 press with primer catcher
$100
Trade for
Primers;
Small pistol
Small rifle
Powder ;
H335
Tac
True blue
BE-86
Brass;
9mm
5.56
Projectiles;
.224
9mm
Case prep center
Dillon 650 powder measure
Other reloading stuff???
Pick up in Keizer/Salem
$25 shipping
Caldwell AR-15 Picatinny Rail Brass Catcher 530143 Gun Model
AR-15 Pic Rail Brass Catcher The AR-15 Pic Rail Brass Catcher mounts to the Pic Rail
of any AR with its quick detach anodized aluminum clamp and captures the ejected brass during firing.
Gun Model: AR-15
Color: Black
Additional...
Military Surplus Ammo Can - Brass Casing Catcher - $50
11" x 7" x 6" Steel Construction
36" High Back Stop
Features:
Huge Capture & Containment Area of 20"L x 12"W x 36"h
Removable Lid
Self Contained
Universal Caliber Brass Catching System
48" Extended Telescoping Support Rods
Folding Coated...