What Is Framing for a Catcher

Definition. Catcher framing is the art of a catcher receiving a pitch in a way that makes it more likely for an umpire to call it a strike — whether that’s turning a borderline ball into a strike, or not losing a strike to a ball due to poor framing.

What does it mean to frame in baseball?

Framing is a method of receiving the pitched ball from the pitcher, using subtle movements of the catcher’s wrist and body, made for the purpose of presenting the pitch to the umpire in a manner which increases the likelihood that the pitched ball will be called a strike.

What catcher is the best at framing?

Rk.CatcherStrike RateLeague Average48.5%1Narváez, Omar49.2%2Heim, Jonah51.9%3Trevino, Jose51.8%