UP 2025 Issue 13

Aug 18, 2025 | Umpire Profile

Umpire Profile Andrew Klinger By Gary Reals Blues, this is the day when young Andrew Klinger strides, of course, he’ll stride and gracefully too, over the threshold to open a huge new chapter of his life. He’s taking off his umpire gear, picking up his books, and...

Special Article 2025 Issue 13 Legal Thoughts

Aug 18, 2025 | Special Article

Special Article When The Umpire’s Ruling is Not Final After the Game Ends is Bad for Baseball Steve Levine, Contributor By now, you have all heard about the New Jersey Little Leaguer who, on July 16, 2025, flipped his bat 20 feet into the air after hitting a home run...

Mechanics 2025 Issue 13

Aug 18, 2025 | Mechanics

Remember the Basics The first mechanical lesson every umpire should be taught is responsibilities on batted balls. It is always good to remember that lesson at every level and know what you are responsible for prior to every pitch. Those responsibilities (in this...

Rules 2025 Issue 13

Aug 18, 2025 | Rules

Obstruction This month, the rules committee was asked to write about obstruction. There’s more than one type of obstruction in baseball that we need to be aware of during a play. Obstruction can either be a physical act or a verbal distraction. For instance, team...

PM 2025 Issue 13

Aug 18, 2025 | Presidents Message

Fellow Officials, As we wind down the dog days of August, I do have a couple of announcements for you. First, once again, please remember the membership meeting on September 14th. There will be lots to go over. We got some comments on the proposed constitutional...