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sports1 year ago

Controversial MLB Umpire Ángel Hernández Retires After 30 Years

Angel Hernández, a Major League Baseball umpire for over 30 years, has announced his retirement. Known for his controversial and often criticized calls, Hernández has been labeled by many as one of the worst umpires in the sport. Despite his long tenure, he never officiated a World Series game since 2005 and was not promoted to crew chief. His retirement follows a failed lawsuit alleging racial discrimination.

sports1 year ago

"Controversial MLB Umpire Ángel Hernández Retires After 30 Years"

Former Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia took a jab at MLB umpire Angel Hernandez following Hernandez's retirement announcement. Sabathia, who has previously criticized Hernandez's performance, posted a GIF and referenced a 2018 incident where Hernandez had three calls overturned in a playoff game. Hernandez, a polarizing figure in baseball, cited a desire to spend more time with family as a reason for his retirement.

sports1 year ago

Controversial MLB Umpire Ángel Hernández Retires After 3 Decades

Controversial MLB umpire Ángel Hernández has announced his immediate retirement after a career spanning over three decades. Known for his combative nature and several high-profile incorrect calls, Hernández's tenure included numerous contentious moments, such as the 2018 ALDS and ejections of players like Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper. Despite being regarded as one of the worst umpires by fans and players, data suggests he was merely below average. Hernández cited a desire to spend more time with family as his reason for retiring.

sports1 year ago

Controversial MLB Umpire Ángel Hernández Retires After 3 Decades

Longtime MLB umpire Ángel Hernández, who had a controversial career and unsuccessfully sued MLB for racial discrimination, has retired immediately to spend more time with his family. Hernández, who was often criticized for missed calls and quick ejections, had a career spanning over three decades and was involved in high-profile games. He lost his racial discrimination lawsuit against MLB last summer and reportedly reached a financial settlement to leave the league.

sports1 year ago

Polarizing MLB Umpire Ángel Hernández Retires After 30 Years

Longtime and often controversial MLB umpire Ángel Hernández has retired after more than three decades in the profession, citing a desire to spend more time with his family. Despite facing criticism for his calls and a failed racial discrimination lawsuit against MLB, Hernández was respected by his peers. He worked two World Series and three All-Star Games during his career.

sports1 year ago

Bryce Harper's Controversial Ejection Highlights Phillies' Loss to Rockies

Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper was ejected in the first inning of a game against the Colorado Rockies by home plate umpire Brian Walsh after a brief, non-heated discussion about a called strike. Harper, who was surprised by the quick ejection, expressed his confusion and disappointment post-game. This incident marks Harper's 21st career ejection.