May 12, 2026 | The President's Roundtable
View Video As you know, the pre-game is a critical feature of three-man mechanics, particularly because we don’t do three-man very much. In Maryland and many private schools, playoffs have already begun. In Virginia, playoffs start next week. Three of our senior...
Apr 27, 2026 | Editor's Message
Greetings and salutations, true, blue believers, Bob Nasser, Paul Porto, and Collin Agee are all out this month. We look forward to them returning in May with continuing education for you on mechanics, rules, and umpire interest stories. You should be receiving Bob’s...
Apr 27, 2026 | Umpire Profile
Umpire Profile Duane Cordrey By Gary Reals Blues, chances are, most of us regard umpiring baseball games as often fun and fulfilling. However, it’s probably not life-saving. Even Duane Cordrey may not take it to that ultimate pinnacle. But this relatively new...
Apr 27, 2026 | The President's Roundtable
View Video For a little over 12 months now, our team here at The Blue Crew News has endeavored to, as Rod Serling might have said, …go beyond what is known and unknown to enhance the umpire experience. In this month’s edition, it is my sincere pleasure to...
