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Bernard M Gallo
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  • Encinitas, CA
  • United States
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Bernard M Gallo and Clayton VanderLaan are now friends
Apr 9
Bernard M Gallo commented on Bill Stanton's blog post 1995 Johan Santana scouting report
"Great book has been written about this gentleman and Venezuelan baseball. This scouting report may seem crude, but this guy knew what he was doing and he signed or was responsible for a lot of big league players making it. "
Aug 25, 2011
Bernard M Gallo replied to ANTHONY SCLAFANI's discussion Scouting in the group Scouts, Recruiters and Coaches - Advice and Info
"Hey Anthony, I, too am a former minor league pitcher.  I have been working as an associate scout for the past 2 + years, getting no pay, no per diem, and no expenses of any kind.  I was sponsored for the MLB Scout Development…"
Mar 16, 2011
Bernard M Gallo replied to BA Osgood's discussion Taking the first strike
"LET "EM TAKE THEIR HACKS!!!!!!!"
Oct 4, 2010
Bernard M Gallo replied to BA Osgood's discussion Taking the first strike
"I'll make this simple: LET 'EM TAKE THEIR HACKS!!!!!!!! The fun part of baseball is hitting, does any one out there like to hit behind in the count? In little league? Are you serious?"
Oct 4, 2010
Bernard M Gallo replied to AJ Peterson's discussion Tips for added arm strength?
"I've tried everything in my career, from Nautilus to free weights to tubing, all of it. Take a gander at the kettlebells. Wolforth has a DVD specific to baseball in addition to a lot of medicine ball work for the core, and these chains are for…"
Sep 10, 2010
Bernard M Gallo replied to AJ Peterson's discussion Tips for added arm strength?
"The chain workout is something new that I like that Wolforth and Oates Specialties are doing that looks like a great way to increase the "twitchiness" I like to see in athletes. The kettlebells are another great workout baseball players…"
Sep 8, 2010
Bernard M Gallo replied to AJ Peterson's discussion Tips for added arm strength?
"Check out Ron Wolworth's Pitching Central, and Dr Mike Marshall's Website. Also, there is a site that sells a product that uses chains, pretty interesting stuff. The off season is very important, sets up everything for the next season.…"
Sep 8, 2010
Bernard M Gallo and Kyle Grucci are now friends
Aug 26, 2010
Bernard M Gallo left a comment for Bill Stanton
"Hey Bill, this looks like fun. Thanks!"
Aug 25, 2010
Bernard M Gallo is now friends with Bill Stanton and Larry Cicchiello
Aug 25, 2010
Bernard M Gallo joined The CheckSwing Clubhouse's group
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Aug 24, 2010
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Bernard M Gallo joined Mike Pisaniello's group
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Scouts, Recruiters and Coaches - Advice and Info

Discussions, and information sharing from those who evaluate players.....HS to the Pros. Do you know of a showcase or try-out camp? Any info that may help to get to the next level?
Aug 24, 2010
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Profile Information

Bats:
Left
Throws:
Left
Height:
5' 9"
Position(s):
P
Type of hitter... Power? Average? Slap? Pull?
I was a decent hitter...My arm was the separator, that's was got me to pro ball.
If you pitch, what type of pitcher are you... Power? Ground ball, Fly ball, Knuckleball?
power...control was an issue.
I currently:
Scout Baseball
Baseball Playing Experience:
Little League, High School, College, Minor League, 40+
Baseball Coaching Experience:
High School, College, Minor League
Baseball Umpiring Experience
Little League
Softball Playing Experience:
Fast Pitch
Who is your favorite hitter and why?
Torii Hunter/ Quick bat, uses hands, makes conistent hard contact.
Who is your favorite pitcher and why?
All time, no question Koufax...Today, Cliff Lee, repeats, workshorse, throws strikes.
More About Me:
I played 7 seasons of minor league baseball for the Giants, Angels, and an independent team. I graduated from 2008 MLB scout school, and currently work as an associate scout. I am looking to scout full-time. Any advice or help to that end is appreciated.

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At 4:45pm on August 26, 2010, Kyle Grucci said…
Welcome to CheckSwing, Bernard!

Enjoy the site and have fun making more baseball connections. Join your State Group, publish your thoughts in your status, add a blog or discussion, and upload some photos and videos. Please invite your current and former teammates to join the baseball player community here. Just click the "Enter Email Addresses" button on the Invite page.

Also, be sure to enter the PM 500 Contest for a chance to win a PM Custom baseball Glove. See the one I had made below... It's awesome!

At 9:59pm on August 24, 2010, Bill Stanton said…
Bernard- Thanks for joining us at CheckSwing! Have a great time making new connections and talking baseball. Please invite any players and coaches that you know to join us as well. Enjoy!
 
 
 

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