Catcher 2024 Fantasy Rankings
We are in the midst of a Catcher Renaissance. I can’t remember the last time the position was this deep. Mainly because I have a terrible memory for instantly recalling such things, but also because I just don’t think we’ve seen this kind of quality at the position in years. It is led by a mix of under-30 superstars and veteran studs who remain dominant into their early- and mid-30s. Of course, a positional renaissance doesn’t come just from strength at the top. The expanding middle class is loaded with potential gems, many of whom will become the next wave of stars at the position. There were 12 catchers under age-30 who posted a 100 or better wRC+ last year and 15 in that age range (with a lot of overlap, of course) who hit at least 13 HRs.
You can maneuver through the rankings and decide how you want to attack catcher. If you miss out on the studs, there is plenty of alluring backfill, especially for 1-C leagues. But even in 2-C leagues, I can easily identify at least 24 guys I’d gladly take 2 of meaning I’m golden in a 12-teamer and probably set up well even in a 15-teamer as many of those 24 will be taken in time to ensure I’m not picking over the last six for either of my options. I’d expect my catcher portfolio to be very diversified across my multiple leagues, especially compared to last year when I had 912 shares of Tyler Stephenson. OK, I didn’t play 912 leagues… who do you think I am, Justin Mason?!
