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Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
The SNY Mets broadcast team humorously acknowledged the retirement of widely criticized MLB umpire Angel Hernández during a game against the Dodgers. Hernández, who announced his retirement to spend more time with family, has been a controversial figure in baseball. While many celebrated his departure, former umpire Joe West defended Hernández, calling the criticism unfair.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Longtime MLB umpire Paul Emmel has retired after a 25-year career, following the recent retirement of Angel Hernandez. Emmel, who served as a crew chief since 2017, officiated over 2,500 games, including the 2013 World Series and multiple league championship series. He missed several seasons due to injuries and was limited to 37 games last year. Emmel's retirement comes shortly after Hernandez stepped away to spend more time with his family.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
Former MLB umpire Angel Hernandez has retired after reaching a financial settlement with Major League Baseball. Known for his controversial calls and low correct call rate, Hernandez had been off the field for nearly three weeks before announcing his retirement. He cited a desire to spend more time with his family and reflected on his career and contributions to the promotion of minorities in baseball. Hernandez had previously filed and lost a lawsuit against MLB alleging racial discrimination.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Angel Hernandez, MLB's most notorious umpire known for his controversial calls and heated ejections, has announced his retirement at age 62. Despite his reputation for contentious decisions, many in the baseball community, including players and managers, have acknowledged his long career and contributions to the game. Hernandez's retirement follows a period of negotiations with MLB and marks the end of a 33-year career that made him a well-known figure in baseball.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Controversial MLB umpire Angel Hernandez is retiring immediately after decades of criticism for his inconsistent calls and quick ejections. Despite not being forced out, Hernandez has not umpired since May as he negotiated a financial agreement with MLB. His departure follows years of players and officials calling for his exit due to the distractions he caused. Hernandez, who began his MLB career in 1991, cited a desire to spend more time with family and acknowledged the positive changes in baseball, including minority promotion.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
Longtime MLB umpire Ángel Hernández, who sued the league for racial discrimination and lost, has retired after a career spanning over three decades. Known for controversial calls and quick ejections, Hernández cited a desire to spend more time with family. He reached a financial settlement with MLB before his retirement.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Veteran MLB umpire Ángel Hernández, known for his controversial calls and a racial discrimination lawsuit against MLB, is retiring after over three decades in the league. Hernández, who last umpired in May, cited a desire to spend more time with family. Despite criticism from players and fans, he expressed pride in his career and contributions to the promotion of minorities in baseball.