Quote:
Originally Posted by Welpe
Some umpires like to find things to nit pick such as the guys that tell pitchers to tuck in back pockets or remove batting gloves from back pockets. I prefer not to be a uniform cop more than I have to.
|
I'm not concerned about backpockets turned insideout, but will get the batting gloves off the pitcher. I'll just mention it to the catcher, or someother player, instead of making a big deal of it.
I've found that getting others to make these small corrections works best. If I spot some missed jewelry, I'll just bring it up to the closest player or coach. "Hey, let 17 know he needs to get rid of that necklace when he gets back to the dugout." No theatrics, or calling time.