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Unfortunately like most umpire associations the AMLU is run by those who have been hardened by the life on the road lifestyle of being a MILB umpire, and are quite often removed from the way the rest of the umpiring community thinks.
I was able to work with a AMLU guy in my area during the strike and it was a pleasure to do so. He didn't carry the proverbial look at me I am an MILB umpire. Now he did wear his pro jacket however he didn't bring any attention to himself in doing so. Plus it was about in the mid-30s (3 degrees Celsius) at game time. Also at the end of the first game (his dish) he talked to both catchers and coaches on how they could do a better job of receiving the pitches, as well he spent a good 15 minutes at the end of the two games giving me some pointers as well. Overall it was better than any clinic I could have attended.
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