it was interesting seeing McClelland's new stance after 20 years. My guess is that the new stance is much easier on the knees. As mentioned in a previous post many of the veteran umpires have switched out of the knee position. I am trying to think and off of the top of my head I believe that Wally Bell is now the only veteran umpire who still uses this position. Incidentally, I do believe that Brinkman did a much better job last year after changing his stance.
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