Francisco Alvarez Comeback: 13 Games, 4 HRs
Francisco Alvarez returned from a torn meniscus in roughly 4 weeks and hit .319 with 4 HR — his comeback is a lesson every young catcher can study.
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All-Star Pro Elite CM3000 Catchers Mitt Review 2026
Our review of the All-Star Pro Elite CM3000 catcher’s mitt: Japanese-tanned steerhide, a three-week break-in, how it compares to the CM3100 and Pro-Elite Japan Series, and whether it earns its $450-$500 price.
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Grace Ross Wins NAIA Catcher of the Year
Grace Ross of University of the Cumberlands hit .409 with 19 home runs and won the 2026 NAIA Catcher of the Year. Here’s what her season teaches every young catcher.
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Best Premium Catchers Mitts for Spring Baseball 2027
We scored four premium catchers mitts — Pro Elite CM3000, Heart of the Hide, A2000, and A2K — on leather, break-in, durability, pop, and value.
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Cal Raleigh’s Swing Breakdown in 2026
Cal Raleigh’s swing breakdown in 2026 shows what happens when small mechanical flaws go unchecked — and what every catcher can learn from it.