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Heberto Andrade is in his fifth season as the Pirates Bullpen Catcher. His daily responsibilities include
catching pitchers bullpen sessions prior to games and warming up pitchers during the games. He also
observes what pitchers are doing mechanically and has regular communication with Bullpen Coach Luis Dorante and Pitching Coach
Jeff Andrews. Herbie also throws to the hitters during batting practice on a daily basis.
Andrade spent three years (1986-88) as a catcher in the Chicago Cubs farm system and also played professional baseball in
Venezuela, Italy and Colombia before retiring as a player in 1996.
In addition to his duties with the Pirates, Heberto has spent four of the last five years as a bench coach and catching instructor
during the Venezuelan Winter League. He was John Russells Bench Coach in 2006-07.
He was one of the two catchers for the 2006 All-Star Game Home Run Derby, which was held at PNC Park on July 10.
Heberto and his wife Maria reside in Venezuela and have three daughters; Maria Jesus (11), Maria Jose (10) and Maria Angel (9).
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