X
Lost password?

Don't have an account?
Gain Access Now

X

Receive free daily analysis

NFL
NBA
NHL
NASCAR
CFB
MLB
MMA
PGA
ESPORTS
BETTING

Already have an account? Log In

X

Forgot Password


POPULAR FANTASY TOOLS

Expert Advice
Articles & Tools
Import Your Leagues
Daily Stats & Leaders
All Pitcher Matchups
Compare Any Players
Compare Any Players
Rookies & Call-Ups
24x7 News and Alerts

Digging Deeper into Catchers - 2013 Fantasy Baseball Catcher Rankings

 
Let's dig a little deeper into the top 12 catchers heading in to the 2013 Fantasy baseball season, as a follow up to our RotoBaller Rankings: 2013 Catcher Rankings with ADP Comparison. When using the catcher rankings make sure you determine what kind of draft strategy you want to pursue when it comes to the catcher position: the “I want the best catcher" plan, the “go with the flow” angle, or the “worry about it later” approach.

1. Buster Posey – The only catcher in a league of his own. After playing only 45 games in 2011 due to injury, he bounced back with an MVP season, literally. In addition his gaudy stats (24 HR, 103 RBI) he is one of the rare catchers who won’t hurt you in BA, posting a career .314 BA. He gets extra ABs due to his off days at 1B, and really is just a stud. His draft price will be expensive, but well worth it as long as he remains healthy.

2. Yadier Molina – Over 20 homers, 76 RBI and a .315 BA last year, but some would still expect him to be lower on this list. He was very underrated going in to 2012, and he is probably a bit overrated going into 2013. Still, he has emerged as a consistent BA contributor and run-producer in the middle of a strong Cardinals lineup. Keep the faith.

3. Joe Mauer – I love having players that hit for average. 25 players hit above .300 last season and Mauer is one of those guys. His stats appear to be unimpressive, but that’s only because of his 10 homers. He was still 3rd in RBI, 1st in R, and 2nd in SB at the catcher position. Again, if you end up with Mauer he won’t hurt you, though as this list goes on, you might see a few catchers who will. Let's not forget Mauer was THE elite Catcher not too long ago, before the injury bug bit him.

4. Wilin Rosario – The truth is 133 career games makes it hard to rank a player, especially a catcher. That said, 28 HR, 71 RBI and batting .270 in 117 games in 2012 is hard to ignore. Rosario is likely to start the season batting eighth but I wouldn’t take that into much consideration, because a good quick start to his 2013 season could mean a bump up in the lineupl, providing a bonus to his fantasy owners with guys like CarGo and Tulo in the lineup. Oh, and he plays in Coors Field... and is only 24 years old.

5. Carlos Santana – He had a great second half last season hitting .281 with 13 of his 18 homers after the All-Star break. If that is any indication of his 2013 season, he should bypass Wieters. Maybe we see a trend, a slow first half this season, then midseason buy-low trade target. Just saying, you heard it at RotoBaller first! Carlos Santana has a big-time pedigree, and may finally put it all together this year.

6. Mike Napoli – We know Napoli will hit over 20 homers. What we don’t know is his batting average, and how his hip condition will affect his production. He is also now playing in Boston hitting behind Big Papi and in front of second-year 3B Will Middlebrooks. He has potential to hit closer to his 2011 season than 2012. He will also probably get more ABs than a standard catcher, giving Papi a breather occasionally. Always a plus for catchers.

7. Miguel Montero – Montero could even be rated higher. A guy that will contribute in BA and get you some solid counting stats is a guy that I look to own. Montero will be hitting fourth in the Diamondbacks lineup which I love even with Upton gone. I would expect 15 homers, 75 RBI and a .276 BA.

8. Victor Martinez – He is worth the risk as long as you draft a back-up plan. He is 100% healthy and with the projected lineup looking like this: Austin Jackson, Tori Hunter, Miguel Cabrera, Prince Fielder, V-Mart, etc. As the Tigers DH Victor will not have the stress of playing defense.

9. Matt Wieters – Don’t be shocked here and I will tell you why: Wieters will hit over 20 homers, 80 RBI and produce a BA of at least .250. He is likely to improve on his stats previous years stats. He is becoming increasingly consistent at a position full of inconsistency.

10. Salvador Perez – Much like Rosario, Perez has only played 115 games in his short MLB career including 76 games in 2012 (less than half a season) in which he produced 11 homers and 39 RBI’s. I am not suggesting he gets 20 bombs or 80 RBI, but 15 and 70 all while batting .300+ wouldn't be bad at all here. Salvador Perez is an up-and-coming young stud.

11. Jesus Montero – I smell trouble with this Montero. I expect him to contribute to the counting stats, but you WILL pay a price in BA. The Ms have a very strange projected lineup. The Mariners had the worst batting average in the major leagues from 2010-2012, so expect no less from them in 2013, even with the new dimensions at Safeco. Another note of caution: Montero may face suspension, from being linked to the new PED scandal in baseball. Beware.

12. Brian McCann – If you have waited this long to draft a catcher and you “end up” with McCann, great! If healthy, you can expect 18 HR, 60 RBI... and most importantly, you’re drafting him late rounds. When compared to Yadier Molina's 20/80 at #2, 18/60 ain’t so bad 10 catchers later. The only issue here is his health, as he is still rehabbing from off-season shoulder surgery. He will probably miss some time, and may not be his old self. Take caution.
 
Keep an eye put for our other position rankings and player analysis coming soon...
 




POPULAR FANTASY TOOLS

Expert Advice
Articles & Tools
Import Your Leagues
Daily Stats & Leaders
All Pitcher Matchups
Compare Any Players
Compare Any Players
Rookies & Call-Ups
24x7 News and Alerts

REAL-TIME FANTASY NEWS

Cleveland Cavaliers

Larry Nance Jr. Headed Back to Cavaliers
Josh Naylor

Returning to Diamondbacks Lineup
Eric Gordon

Remaining with 76ers
Los Angeles Lakers

Deandre Ayton Joining Lakers
Oronde Gadsden

an Active Pass-Catcher This Offseason
Brashard Smith

Speed Could be Put to Use
Emil Heineman

Signs Two-Year Deal with Islanders
Pat Bryant

Off to a Good Start
Simon Holmstrom

Re-Signs With Islanders for Two Years
Cody Barton

Quickly Becoming a Leader With his New Team
UTA

Nate Schmidt Signs Three-Year Deal With Mammoth
Montaric Brown

has Worked With Starters
UTA

Brandon Tanev Moves to Utah on Three-Year Contract
NJ

Evgenii Dadonov Joins Devils on One-Year Deal
BUF

Sabres Snap Up Alex Lyon on Two-Year Contract
Dallas Mavericks

Dante Exum Returning to Dallas
Ryan McLeod

Inks Four-Year Extension with Sabres
NAS

Predators Bring in Nick Perbix on Two-Year Deal
Jaren Jackson Jr.

Has Surgery to Repair a Turf Toe Injury
LA

Cody Ceci Moves to Los Angeles
DET

James van Riemsdyk Joins Red Wings on One-Year Contract
Viktor Arvidsson

Traded to Boston
Charlotte Hornets

Spencer Dinwiddie Lands With Charlotte
Josh Jung

Sent to Triple-A
Jurickson Profar

Officially Reinstated and Hitting in Five-Hole on Wednesday
Spencer Schwellenbach

Going on Injured List With Fractured Elbow
Maxwell Hairston

Facing Sexual-Assault Lawsuit
Tai Felton

Rookie Season Likely to be Spent on Special Teams
LeQuint Allen Jr.

to Have Receiving Role for Jaguars?
Justin Walley

Turning Heads Going into Rookie Season
Bud Cauley

in Great Form Ahead of John Deere Classic
Christiaan Bezuidenhout

a Player to Avoid at John Deere Classic
Jake Knapp

Riding Momentum Ahead of John Deere Classic
Jamari Thrash

Establishing Himself as Reliable Option
Grayson Murphy

Could Provide Rotational Pass-Rush Depth
Joe Andreessen

in a Good Position to Compete for Backup Job
PGA

Sungjae Im Looking for Consistency at John Deere Classic
Ryan Gerard

a Solid Option at John Deere Classic
Bhayshul Tuten

Needs to Improve Pass Protection
Rickie Fowler

Looking to Rebound at John Deere Classic
Cameron Champ

a Volatile Option at John Deere Classic
Brandon Woodruff

Likely to Pitch on Sunday in Miami
Jackson Suber

Staying Below 70 is Key to Success for Jackson Suber
Kevin Roy

Playing Better Heading into John Deere Classic
Justin Lower

Hoping for Something Positive in Illinois
Ben Kohles

a Long Shot at John Deere Classic
Stephan Jaeger

Attempts to Stop Roller-Coaster Ride
Beau Hossler

Needs a Challenge in Illinois
Harry Higgs

Has Potential at John Deere Classic
Nick Dunlap

Keeps Plugging Through Tough 2025 Season
PHI

Dan Vladar Links Up With Flyers on Two-Year Deal
EDM

Andrew Mangiapane Signs Two-Year Pact With Oilers
SEA

Ryan Lindgren Joins Kraken on Four-Year Contract
PHI

Christian Dvorak Heads to Philadelphia
Logan Stankoven

Signs Long-Term Extension with Hurricanes
NYI

Jonathan Drouin Joins Islanders on Two-Year Contract
NJ

Devils Hand Connor Brown a Four-Year Contract
SJ

John Klingberg Lands in San Jose
William Eklund

Signs Three-Year Extension with Sharks
Will Cuylle

Agrees to Two-Year Contract with Rangers
Zac Gallen

Fans 10 in Tuesday's Win
Hunter Goodman

Hits Two More Homers Tuesday
Josh Hader

Stays Perfect In Save Conversion On Tuesday
Milwaukee Bucks

Taurean Prince Staying in Milwaukee
Shane Baz

Fans 11 Against Athletics
Grant Holmes

Strikes Out 10 in Scoreless Outing
Jeff Green

Signs One-Year Deal to Remain in Houston
T.J. Watt

Trying to Become Highest-Paid Non-QB?
Willson Contreras

Doubtful for Wednesday
George Springer

Clubs Two Homers in Seven-RBI Day
Joshua Palmer

Could be a Sleeper
Los Angeles Lakers

Jake LaRavia Lands with Lakers
Laviska Shenault Jr.

on the Bubble
Orlando Magic

Tyus Jones Signs One-Year Deal With Magic
Raheem Blackshear

to Work Mostly As Special-Teamer
Golden State Warriors

Kevon Looney Heads to New Orleans
Rico Dowdle

Trevor Etienne to Split Carries?
Chuba Hubbard

Should See Majority of Touches in 2025
Milwaukee Bucks

Jericho Sims Staying in Milwaukee
Denver Nuggets

Tim Hardaway Jr. Joins Nuggets
Willson Contreras

Avoids Structural Damage on Hand After HBP
Detroit Pistons

Duncan Robinson Lands With Detroit
Charlotte Hornets

Tre Mann Remaining in Charlotte
Josh Naylor

Scratched From Tuesday's Lineup Against Giants
Kevin Yu

a Near Must-Play at TPC Deere Run
San Francisco Giants

Giants Exercise Bob Melvin's 2026 Option
PGA

J.T. Poston Returns to John Deere Classic Looking for Another High Finish
Josh Naylor

Back in Action on Tuesday
Yordan Alvarez

Suffers Setback
Thriston Lawrence

a Decent Fit For John Deere Classic
Tom Kim

Not Finding Much to be Happy About Ahead of John Deere Classic
Nolan Arenado

Dealing with Finger Sprain
Jacob Wilson

Scratched With Hamstring Soreness
Brandon Woodruff

Ready for Season Debut
Garrett Mitchell

Out for the Rest of the Season
Milwaukee Bucks

Gary Harris Inks Deal With Bucks
Charlotte Hornets

Mason Plumlee Heading Back to Charlotte
Si Woo Kim

is a Prohibitive Fade at John Deere Classic
Jakob Poeltl

Agrees to a Contract Extension With Raptors
Ben Griffin

is the Appropriate Favorite at TPC Deere Run
Vasilije Micić

Vasilije Micic Dealt to Bucks on Tuesday
Daniel Suarez

and Trackhouse Racing Parting Ways After 2025 Season
Pat Connaughton

Traded to Hornets
Atlanta Hawks

Luke Kennard Lands in Atlanta
Breece Hall

Aiming to Prove He is "Still One of the Best in the League"
T.J. Watt

Steelers Not Planning to Trade T.J. Watt
Ilia Topuria

Becomes The New Lightweight Champion
Charles Oliveira

Knocked Out At UFC 317
Kai Kara-France

Alexandre Pantoja Submits Kai Kara-France
Kai Kara-France

Submitted At UFC 317
Joshua Van

Extends His Win Streak
Brandon Royval

Drops Decision
Renato Moicano

Loses Back-To-Back Fights
Beneil Dariush

Gets Back In The Win Column
Felipe Lima

Suffers His First UFC Loss
Payton Talbott

Bounces Back
Alex Bowman

Competitive Run Ends With Third-Place Finish at Atlanta
Erik Jones

Secures A Top-Five Finish After Adversity In Atlanta
Tyler Reddick

Collects A New Career-Best Finish At Atlanta
Chase Elliott

Ends Winless Skid With Atlanta Victory
Brad Keselowski

Falls Short of Atlanta Victory
Carson Hocevar

Recovers From Big One to Finish 10th at Atlanta
William Byron

Caught up in Atlanta Big One but Retains Points Lead
Denny Hamlin

Top In-Season Challenge Seed Denny Hamlin Eliminated in Lap 70 Crash
Ty Dillon

Bottom Seed Ty Dillon Upsets Denny Hamlin to Advance in In-Season Challenge
Kyle Larson

Don't Expect Kyle Larson to Win First Drafting Track Race on Saturday
Christopher Bell

Unlikely to Complete Atlanta Sweep
Brad Keselowski

Seeks Another Clutch Win for Hail-Mary Playoff Bid
Chris Buescher

Unlikely to Lead Enough to Have Much DFS Value
Alex Bowman

Qualifies Best Among Non-Fords but Unlikely to Contend at Atlanta
Ryan Preece

Will Probably Run Better Than Usual at Atlanta
Austin Dillon

Consistently Mediocre at Atlanta
Ty Gibbs

Slightly Faster Lately but Unlikely to be a Factor at Atlanta
Erik Jones

a Low-Key Strong DFS Option
Noah Gragson

Could Have DFS Value as One of the Lowest-Qualifying Fords
Riley Herbst

Unlikely to Replicate February Atlanta Finish
RANKINGS
C
1B
2B
3B
SS
OF
SP
RP

RANKINGS

QB
RB
WR
TE
K
DEF