Catching Legends: Meet This 26 Catchers Who Left a Lasting Impact on Baseball
Carlton Fisk
Carlton Fisk is a former professional baseball catcher best known for his time with the Boston Red Sox and Chicago White Sox. During his 24-year career in the major leagues, He established himself as one of the best catchers in baseball history.
Fisk was an 11-time All-Star and is notable for his famous home run in the sixth game of the 1975 World Series. He won the Gold Glove award as a catcher in 1972, and was elected to the Hall of Fame in 2000. His longevity and ability to maintain a high level of performance into his late ’30s and early ’40s earned him the nickname “Pudge.”
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