Yes, the throttle comment was made "tongue in cheek" as I think everyone knows acceleration uses more fuel.
I'm not opposed to using catch cans, but knowing the evolution of crankcase ventilation systems, the idea was implemented before emissions were a concern. The Positive Crankcase...
In my opinion, you are asking for trouble in plugging the PCV valve. The valve is supposed to be calibrated to balance out the pressure differences between blowby gasses on the bottom with manifold vacuum on the top. Without that differential, you are going to have more pressure in the crankcase...