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Originally Posted by bob jenkins
Whether you've seen it or not, it is the case in many (but not all, I agree) areas. An assignor's actions can also lead to umpires "retiring" and / or individuals not becoming umpires, thus leading to the same (or similar) shortage.
Assignors (and associations) have to balance the needs / wants / desires of the umpires against those of the leagues / coaches. I don't envy them.
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Let me ask you this, Bob. I know that in your area and many other metropolitan areas around the country there are competing associations for a limited number of contracts.
If an assignor isn't backing his umpires in one association, doesn't the ability of the competent officials tend to give these guys a good bit of leverage by having the option of working for another association that
will back their group?
Tim.