Pro Umpire Q&A with Brian Hertzog

Pro Umpire Q&A with Brian Hertzog

Brian Hertzog umpired nine seasons in professional baseball from Single-A to Triple-A across the Pioneer, South Atlantic, California, Arizona Instructional, Texas, Venezuela Winter, and Pacific Coast League. Q1. How did you decide you wanted to become a professional...
Catcher and Bullpens

Catcher and Bullpens

Have a look at how you are examining your locations in your bullpen. It’s great if you are trying to throw to corners, but you need your catcher to be in good positions for your mind to connect visually to the end goal. Here’s some advice for your practice.
What it Takes to Pitch at the Next Level

What it Takes to Pitch at the Next Level

I’ve been thinking about this topic for a while now, as this idea or thought is what seems to circulate in all pitchers’ minds at all hours of the day. The most common answer to the question, “what does it take to play at the next level for a pitcher?” is pretty cut...