Ha.
I will change my theory to the catcher effect. People respect catchers but they don't adore them. We idolize Willie or Clemente tracking down a fly ball like a gazelle or throwing the ball in from deep center. Physical skills we can only dream of having. The catcher is a solid workman like guy. Important in his decision making or course, but probably not the guy on the field you want to be in your dreams.
Think of how great Johnny Bench was. Realize he's post and not pre-war, but when was the last time you heard someone Jonsing for a Johnny Bench card?
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