All articles tagged with #umpire
Umpire Brian Walsh received poor marks for his calls during a Yankees-Astros game, with analysis indicating his missed calls favored the Astros by 1.4 runs, the largest margin in his season, leading to criticism from players and managers alike.
Emma Raducanu was disturbed by a crying baby during her Cincinnati Open match and asked the umpire to address the situation, which led to a brief exchange and applause from the crowd; the issue was ultimately unresolved, but Raducanu continued her match, which she lost in a close third-set tiebreak.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. was ejected from a Yankees game after yelling at the umpire about a called strike, with Yankees announcer Michael Kay criticizing his behavior as self-inflicted and unnecessary, amid the Yankees' recent struggles and close AL East standings.
During a rain-affected game between the Texas Rangers and Tampa Bay Rays, umpire Laz Diaz made a notably bad strike call on Jake Mangum, which was laughed at by announcers and considered objectively incorrect, but the game continued and the Rays won 5-1.
Pirates manager Don Kelly was ejected after arguing a crucial strike call that cost the team a potential tying run in a game against the Padres, highlighting his willingness to defend his players despite a tough season.
During a French Open match between Daniil Medvedev and Tomas Machac, umpire Damien Dumusois rescued a pigeon that had landed on the court and was unable to fly. Medvedev, who won the match, praised the umpire's gentle handling of the bird and expressed hope that it would be taken to a vet.
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.
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.
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.
MLB umpire Angel Hernandez has retired after a financial settlement with the league, ending his controversial 30-year career. Despite criticism for his performance and a failed lawsuit alleging racial discrimination, Hernandez stated he wanted to spend more time with his family and expressed pride in his contributions to the game.
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.
Longtime MLB umpire Ángel Hernández, often criticized for his officiating, has retired after more than three decades. Hernández, who lost a racial discrimination lawsuit against MLB, cited a desire to spend more time with family. His career included working two World Series and three All-Star Games.
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.
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.
Bryce Harper was ejected in the first inning of the Philadelphia Phillies' 3-2 loss to the Colorado Rockies after disputing a strike call with umpire Brian Walsh. Harper expressed frustration post-game, suggesting Walsh lacked professionalism. Crew chief Vic Carapazza explained the ejection was due to Harper's continued argument and an equipment violation.