Catching has to be one of the hardest positions not just in baseball, but in professional sports. Not only do do these warriors have to be crouched or on a knee for hours (with interruptions, but still!) but their work is evaluated by so many different factors: how good they are at stealing strikes, blocking ability, throwing strength and accuracy, communication skills, baseball knowledge, game-calling, game prep… the list doesn’t end.
These freaks of nature are also asked to hit, and the most demanding fan bases also require them to do it well. There is a reason why catchers aren’t usually offensive machines!