Retired umpires — including Joe West — sue MLB for $2 million
Five retired MLB umpires have filed a federal lawsuit against Major League Baseball.
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Former MLB Umpires Sue League, Claiming Millions In Pension Money Is Missing
Major League Baseball has another legal headache on its hands, this time from five former umpires who claim the league cheated them out of millions of dollars in retirement benefits. Not only that, their attorney says the league was basically asking for a lawsuit. Five retired umpires filed a 44-page complaint in federal court on […] The post Former MLB Umpires Sue League, Claiming Millions In Pension Money Is Missing appeared first on BroBible.
What Do World Series Umpires Earn? Salary, Per‑Diem & Bonus Explainer
The umpires who preside over the World Series are receiving a special honor: It’s the top stage that they can reach in their profession. They are chosen from among all their peers to call balls and strikes, make rulings on the bases and keep the game in order — for the 2026 Fall Classic, as […] The post What Do World Series Umpires Earn? Salary, Per‑Diem & Bonus Explainer appeared first on HEAVY.
How accurate are the World Series umpires? ABS stats reveal the crew’s track record
The World Series features the best teams in baseball, but not necessarily the best umpires.
Inside the MLB™ Replay Operations Center: How Technology Helps Get the Call Right
Inside MLB's™ Replay Center, technology helps umpires make critical calls in real time.
Pirates’ Don Kelly not thrilled after this Konnor Griffin hit-by-pitch goes uncalled
Don Kelly made sure everyone in the ballpark knew exactly how he felt. The Pittsburgh Pirates manager was ejected Monday after umpires reviewed a play involving outfielder Konnor Griffin and ruled that Griffin had not been struck in the helmet by a pitch, a call that Kelly immediately and emphatically disputed, leading to one of […] The post Pirates’ Don Kelly not thrilled after this Konnor Griffin hit-by-pitch goes uncalled appeared first on ClutchPoints.
“How Are We Letting Coaches Bully Umpires??” – Fans Fuming After Pittsburgh Coach Yells, Draws Wild Call In Stunning Upset Vs Florida State
Fans reacted to a viral moment that could have saved Pittsburgh's journey in the ACC tournament after a thrilling win against Florida State
Insane Fog And Umpires Combine To Rob Vanderbilt Of Go-Ahead Home Run Against Missouri In
The Vanderbilt Commodores are clinging to dear life in a hopeful bid for a spot in the 2026 NCAA baseball tournament, and they certainly didn’t receive any help from umpires or Mother Nature on Friday night. The Commodores, who currently sit ranked No. 68 in the RPI standings, trailed Missouri 7-6 in the top of the […] The post Insane Fog And Umpires Combine To Rob Vanderbilt Of Go-Ahead Home Run Against Missouri In appeared first on BroBible.
Jeff Passan: MLB umpires can receive real-time strike zone feedback from ABS operators
The ABS challenge system has been one of the best stories in baseball so far this season, and Jeff Passan has been one of the best people to follow on the subject. The ESPN MLB insider has been ahead of this story for a couple of years now, going back to his appearances on The…
ABS system update: The MLB umpires getting exposed the most as we enter May
As the calendar flips to May, we're getting a very clear picture of which umpires were ready for the spotlight.
Pirates manager, pitcher suspended by MLB
The Pittsburgh Pirates will play on Tuesday night without manager Don Kelly. Kelley received a one-game suspension, while pitcher Chris Devenski received three, which was later reduced to two, for the actions in Saturday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds. Devenski intentionally threw at Sal Stewart after the Pirates pitcher was upset about Stewart’s late timeout … The post Pirates manager, pitcher suspended by MLB appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Jeff Passan reveals MLB ABS details no one knew that fans are loving
After some initial trepidation, the new MLB Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system has been deemed a resounding success by fans. Games are moving at a feverish clip, bad calls are being changed in almost real time, and the excitement of pitchers, batters, and catchers alike using ABS has added an additional element of drama to the […] The post Jeff Passan reveals MLB ABS details no one knew that fans are loving appeared first on ClutchPoints.
MLB's ABS challenge data just proved what hitters have known for years
ABS challenges are exposing something the system wasn't designed to find: umpires call the zone differently depending on where you hit in the lineup.
Giants’ Luis Arraez fires honest opinion on Dalton Rushing’s ‘dirty’ move
The San Francisco Giants found themselves in the middle of controversy as Luis Arraez spoke out on a tense moment involving Dalton Rushing during a heated matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The play quickly became a talking point as emotions ran high. And under the stadium lights, the Giants-Dodgers rivalry delivered another flashpoint fans […] The post Giants’ Luis Arraez fires honest opinion on Dalton Rushing’s ‘dirty’ move appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Why MLB managers, executives think full ABS may be too far
The MLB knew they could be heading down a slippery path once ABS challenges to balls and strikes took effect. Challenging out and foul calls added an element that umpires could miss with the naked eye on bang-bang plays, but taking away an umpire’s ability to call balls and strikes could lead to robot umpires. […] The post Why MLB managers, executives think full ABS may be too far appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. creates bizarre scoring decision after umpires miss call – sportingnews.com
Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. creates bizarre scoring decision after umpires miss call sportingnews.com
The MLB umpires getting the most exposed by ABS in its first month
One month into our braves new roboump world ... the umpiring has not adjusted.
Twins manager has heated reaction after getting ejected vs. Reds
The Minnesota Twins suffered a tough 5-4 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday, making it the club’s third straight loss in a row. At one point in the game, things got heated between manager Derek Shelton and the umpires, as he went off on them after being ejected. In the top of the seventh, […] The post Twins manager has heated reaction after getting ejected vs. Reds appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Royals manager ejected in 1st inning of Yankees game
The Kansas City Royals will have to finish Saturday’s contest against the New York Yankees without manager Matt Quatraro. He did arrive at the game to help coach Kansas City, but was quickly ejected from the matchup. Reports indicate that Quatraro, who is 52 years old, was ejected in the middle of the first inning […] The post Royals manager ejected in 1st inning of Yankees game appeared first on ClutchPoints.
How Have MLB Umpires Performed In The ABS Era So Far? A Breakdown
Major League Baseball, it's players, and fans wanted the most accurate strike zone in MLB history and they've got it this season with ABS. But, how many calls are overturned? The data might shock you.
Aaron Boone blasts ‘overly sensitive’ umps following ejection
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone expressed frustration with the umpiring crew after receiving his first ejection of the 2026 season during an 11-4 loss to the Los Angeles Angels on Thursday at Yankee Stadium. The incident occurred in the eighth inning following a balk call on Yankees pitcher Ryan Yarbrough. With two outs and … The post Aaron Boone blasts ‘overly sensitive’ umps following ejection appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Yankees’ Aaron Boone blasts ‘overly sensitive’ umpiress after first ejection of season
For those who thought Aaron Boone might have nothing to get ejected about with the arrival of the automated ball-strike system, think again.
“There’s Got To Be Some Grace” – Dave Roberts Opens Up On Blue Jays Complaining About Shohei Ohtani
Dave Roberts says Shohei Ohtani needs to have some grace from opponents.
MLB umpires’ biggest ABS fears are being realized
Some MLB umpires are "stewing" about the new Automated Ball-Strike Challenge (ABS) system and believe it's creating a "near-impossible standard" for their jobs.