Introduction: A Left-Handed Oddity in the Right-Handed World of Baseball In the grand, sprawling tapestry of Major League Baseball (MLB), left-handed throwing catchers are about as common as a calm day in Chicago - they exist, but you'd be hard-pressed to find one. This isn't just a quirky factoid; it's a fascinating anomaly in a sport that prides itself on a rich diversity of talents and strategies. So, why are left-handed catchers as rare as a polite conversation about the designated hitter rule? This blog aims to dive into the depths of baseball lore to not only explore this rarity but also to shine a spotlight on those daring southpaws who bucked the trend and donned the catcher's mitt with their left hand.
not true I'm a lefty and I do just fine