Carlton Fisk, nicknamed 'Pudge,' was an American professional baseball catcher. He played in Major League Baseball for 24 seasons with the Boston Red Sox and the Chicago White Sox. Known for his durability, leadership, and iconic home run in the 1975 World Series, Fisk was an 11-time All-Star. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2000, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest catchers in the sport's history.