Sorry Pete; but, while it's a novel idea I can't agree.
I feel that once you've established your zone - keep it. The
players get set in their beliefs and you should not keep changing what they feel will be the zone for that game. In other words, don't fix what isn't broke. But, on the other hand there have probably been a game or two where the teams would rather my partner had done the plate ;-{
As to working the plate; yes, some games can be more physically demanding than others. But, conditioning is the first factor to consider. If it is going to be a hot day, be prepared and have the jug handy and take any extra minute between innings if needed to refresh yourself. Heck, it's not like any game ever plays by the 1 minute rule anyway.
Anyway, I just don't see the where any major benefit would come into play by changing positions several times a game.
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