Trouble with Umpires

Umpires have been criticized and disparaged for years, yet they continue to uphold the integrity of the game. The pay scale is pretty good, but defending one's decision in the old days could lead to fights among players, managers, and fans.

The umpire's job can often become a thankless one, too, as being judge and jury usually leads to having to take cover. But they stand their ground, showing resilience in the face of adversity.

Listen as I tell about the foibles and strengths of umpires when they have called ballgames with Nashville!

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