Stray pitches due to a wild pitch or an intentional throw are a common occurence in both baseball and softball games. Although the batters are usually the victims of these mishaps, other players most especially the catchers, are not spared of these stray pitches and throws. But not to worry, as baseball and softball gear manufacturers All Star and Rawlings have the perfect line of protective gears tailor made for the catchers. With these head gears, catchers can now focus on securing the ball without worrying about getting serious head injuries from wild throws.