Major League Baseball Umpires Association
@MLBUA
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The MLBUA proudly advocates for the umpires who enforce the rules and uphold the integrity of the great game of Baseball.
Joined August 2017
Umpire Joe West before taking the field today wearing white wrist band to protest escalating verbal attacks on MLB umpires!
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Congratulations, Joe West! After umpiring tonight's game in Minneapolis, he will tie Bruce Froemming on the Most Games Umpired List with 5,163 games. On Wednesday, August 15, 2018, Joe will move up again to second on the All-Time Games Umpired List with 5,164 games.
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The Correct Call;.The runner is only allowed to EXIT the lane to touch 1st base. Turner was NOT IN THE LANE when he stepped towards first BASE and interfered with Guriel so he was NOT afforded the protection the lane provides. #MLBUA #2019WorldSeries
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Ted Barrett will be tonight’s home plate umpire, this will be his 4th #WorldSeries (‘07,’11,’14) He became a Crew Chief in ‘13. He’s been behind the plate for 2 perfect games! The Rev. also helped start @Calling4christ and is an active Pastor🙏. #Goodluck Ted! @Buck @Buster_ESPN
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5,369 MLB games umpired has stood for 79 years, a feat many thought untouchable. In 1 week Joe West will surpass HOF umpire Bill Klem for most games ever umpired. All week we will celebrate Joe’s career and amazing accomplishments as he closes in on the record. #ALLIN21🔥
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For the second time in a week the #MLBUA family mourns the loss of one of our own. We honor the memory of Julius "Chuck" Meriwether. Chuck was an excellent umpire, advising with kindness and great humor. He was beloved by all. We will miss you, Chuck. #gonebutneverforgotten
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Tim Timmons will work his 1st #WorldSeries tonight! He’s worked 2,400+ @MLB games. Over 600 games behind home plate in his career! Congrats on a great season and #goodluck tonight! #RedSox #Dodgers @Buck @Buster_ESPN @Ken_Rosenthal @Fox4Now @BishopWatterson @OhioState @UmpsCare
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BREAKING. Joe West has tied Hall Of Fame Umpire Bill Klem’s record for most MLB games umpired in history at 5,375. #MakeItMajor .#ALLIN21🔥
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Congratulations Ted Barrett, Fieldin Culbreth, Jeff Nelson, Kerwin Danley, Chad Fairchild, Jim Reynolds and Tim Timmons!.#MLBUA #MLB #WorldSeries2018 #mlbpostseason
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Hurricane Michael has devastated many recently, MLB ump Ed Hickox is doing his best to help restore hope! Ed is donating his time and airplane to help provide supplies to people in Panama City, Florida. He’s working with Angel Flight Southeast. You make us proud! Safe Travels😇✈️
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The @Nationals are on the road right now, but have you ever wondered what it would be like to walk onto the field at Nationals Park? We hope you enjoy this behind the scenes look at an everyday occurrence for umpires around MLB. #ToThePlate
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Today the MLBUA recognizes Gary Cederstrom and his storied career. Cederstrom was promoted to Crew Chief in 2008 and retired after working the 2019 World Series. Best of luck in your next endeavors, Gary!
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This play has brought up the ? of the infield fly rule. In order for an INF fly, there needs to be runners on 1B,2B or 1B,2B,3B with less than two outs. In this scenario @astros there’s only a runner on 1st, and Altuve let the ball fall ontouched. Legal play @thinkpitch #mlb.
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We would like to extend a special congratulations to our All-Star Game Umpires! Crew Chief & home plate umpire Mark Wegner, Brian O'Nora (first), Phil Cuzzi (second), Tim Timmons (third), D.J. Reyburn (left) and Jordan Baker (right). Good luck, gentlemen! #2019AllStarGame #MLBUA.
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We are deeply saddened by the news that Tyler Skaggs passed away today and extend our sincere condolences to Tyler’s family, friends and teammates.
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Great series worked by the #MLBUA crew, and great job today by Ted Barrett behind the plate! Cool audio caught by @MLBNetwork #MLBUA #umpires #MLB #brewersvsrockies #MLBPostseason.
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The MLBUA proudly recognizes the career of Jeff Kellogg. Congratulations Jeff and best of luck in your future endeavors.
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MLB Umpires inspire all ages. Just ask 14-year-old @KevinBr32783013 who has dreamed of being an umpire since he was 7 years old. “To me, umpiring is a dream. I love the game of baseball, but differently than a ballplayer.” .#MLBUA #DreamsComeTrue #joewest
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We needed to share this story, as well. We are so glad he had a great day. It’s what baseball should always be about.
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What a picture! @MLBUA umpires stop in and meet @LittleLeague umps in Williamsport! Gerry Davis, Chris Guccione, Mark Ripperger and Jeremie Rehak. #family #umps thanks to @gerrydavisports for the photo! #ESPN #LittleLeagueClassic #babyblue #MLBTonight #MLB
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Hats off to our men in blue for umpiring MLB’s first ever games in Europe. Taking one of our greatest rivalries across the pond will prove to be a ‘bloody good’ decision! What a great experience for all involved. especially the fans. #MLBUA #MLBLondonSeries.
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Great day for our umpire of the future, 13 year old Josh Cordova! And a big thanks to our own Chris Guccione for taking care of business. #UmpireoftheFuture #JoshCordova #MLBUA #MLB.
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The Joint Wellness Committee is comprised of MLB umpires, medical personnel, and directors from the Office of the Commissioner. Because of their tireless effort to develop safety protocols, the MLBUA was able to safely complete the 2020 regular season. Thank you, JWC.
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To demonstrate our good faith, MLB Umpires will remove the protest white wrist bands pending the requested meeting.
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Vincent Stio stopped by Yankee Stadium tonight and met the crew before the game. #AnUmpiresBiggestFan #MLBUA
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After 18 innings at 1st base, #4 Chad Fairchild moves behind the plate for his 1st #WorldSeries plate job! He has worked over 1,500 @MLB games. Worked the plate in last years ALCS, and this years ALDS. Good Luck! @Buster_ESPN @pedrogomezESPN @WRApioneers @BlufftonUBsball ⚾️
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Congratulations to MLBUA member Mike Everitt on his long and successful career on the field. We wish him well in his new role as a Major League Supervisor for the Umpiring Department.
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We would like to congratulate the following umpires for being assigned to the 2017 World Series!
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It’s been asked what are the patches on the left sleeve of the #MLB umpire uniform for? We are wearing them to honor former umpires who have passed away this season. Dutch Rennert, Bob Engel and @baseballhall member Doug Harvey. Great umpires and great men! They are missed!😔⚾️
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Good luck to our minor league brothers and future gatekeepers of this great game as they open their season tonight!! #MiLB #MiLBOpeningNight #MLBUA.
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Thanks to @MLB umpire Ed Hickox for sharing this inflight video! Supplies on the way to Panama City! Angel Flight Southeast Mission! 😇✈️ Safe Travels! Hurricane victims are in our thoughts! #MLBUA #HurricaneMichael #goodpeople #proud
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The MLBUA would like to extend our condolences to the Bush Family. President Bush, always a friend to the umpires, will be remembered with great fondness and will be missed dearly. From the affairs of State to your enthusiasm as a tremendous Baseball fan; the MLBUA thanks you.
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For the second time in less than a week #MLB sees a no-hitter. Doug Eddings was behind the plate for this historic moment for the @whitesox .#ALLIN21🔥 #ChangeTheGame
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As umpires we truly enjoyed working with Robinson when he was the MLB Vice President of On-Field Operations from 1999 to 2002, responsible for player discipline, uniform policy, etc. He always treated us with dignity and respect.
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You won’t want to miss this!.
For the dad who has everything . give him the gift of baseball conversation with three #MLB #umpires who are all sons of Major League umpires! Moderated by @BNightengale .
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Great job with this interview, Jim. We miss you Coop. #Coop56Challenge.
Umpires are a family that stick together no matter what. MLB umpire Jim Reynolds and @UmpsCare continue to raise money in honor of the late Eric Cooper. #MLBTonight |
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On #OpeningDay, amidst the excitement that a new season has arrived, the MLBUA takes a moment to remember John McSherry. It’s been 25 years since John passed away while working behind the plate in Cincinnati. John is remembered not only as a great umpire, but as a friend to all.
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“Here’s my point, no one cares if an umpire is there except his partners and family and that’s ok with them, they are not looking to be noticed, they just want to do their job, and that they did last night.” @pnst8dad @nysportsday .
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The MLBUA would like to extend our deepest condolences to the McKean family after the passing of our brother Jim McKean. #MLBUA #JimMcKean.
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Chad Whitson has joined the ranks of #MLBUA. He has already logged 399 games since becoming a call-up in 2014. Chad’s filling the spot left by Mike DiMuro, who is stepping away from umpiring after 20 years of service. Congrats, Chad! #WelcomeToTheFamily .
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The MLBUA would like to recognize and honor the men and women who were a part of the Negro Leagues. From ownership to stadium employees, coaches and players to umpires, we tip our cap to the Negro Leagues of Professional Baseball. #NegroLeagues100 #tipyourcap2020 @nlbmprez
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Jeff Nelson #45 working his 4th #WorldSeries (‘05,’09,’14) will be behind the plate tonight. Jeff is a veteran in the league who has worked over 2,500 @MLB games, and has been a crew chief since 2014. A ‘89 grad of the Brinkman Umpire School. @ParkHigh833 @BethelU @Buster_ESPN
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Great seeing home plate umpire Chris Guccione wishing the @LittleLeague teams good luck during the commercial break in Williamsport. Way to go! .#LLWS @espn.
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𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐓𝐨 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰. Ed Hickox.🛫Ed is a contributor to Angel Flight Southeast, a non-profit organization that provides free air transportation to those with urgent medical needs. Ed made flights to help relieve those affected by the Haitian earthquake in 2010. (1/2)
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Guess who’s coming to Game 3?!? 10 yr old, Umpire Vincent Stio will be at #DodgerStadium thanks to @TheEllenShow @official_tWitch Vincent shows his love for umpiring on the Ellen show! See you at the #WorldSeries #Redsox #Dodgers @UmpsCare @MiLB @MLB
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Once again #Congrats to the @MLB umpires who were selected to work the @AllStarGame . @MLBUA members (L-R) Fletcher, Muchlinski, Marquez, Reynolds, Blaser, T. Barrett. #umpire #BaseBall #DreamsComeTrue
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“For me it’s a lot of prayer, it’s quoting verses in my head, and that just helps me stay focused, stay locked in,” Barrett said, mentioning the verse he leaned on most in Game 3: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.And it’s like, You can do this.” 🙏⚾️🥊
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Congrats again to the #MLBUA umpires selected to work the #WorldSeries on the field and @MLBreplays Great job last night! Good luck the rest of the way! #RedSox #Dodgers #MLB .(L-R) Reynolds, Danley, Barrett, Timmons, Nelson, Fairchild. **Not pictured Culbreth, Conroy
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