If the thrust direction of the cam is against the plate, then the Torrington is merely along for the ride. To put a Torrington on the camshaft side would require completely redesigning the cam to accommodate the bearing. Because most serious race builds restrict oil flow to the cam bearings to increase the volume and pressure to the main and rod bearing, the flow coming out of the front cam bearing to the thrust plate is insufficient. That is why I added a trough to my plate to pressure feed the plate and minimize the wear. Three rotating gears under the timing cover will sling as much oil as any chain imho.
