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Originally Posted by Skahtboi
I heard a MLB umpire last night saying "outside" and "low" and "inside" on close pitches. Just goes to show you how bad habits can stay with someone no matter the level. But trust me, I never thought of emulating him.  |
I've offered the CATCHER a location, but s/he is the only one who heard it and it was not frequent. Now, if the catcher comes out with a "he said...", it stops.
I have no problem with an umpire discretely working WITH a catcher, but not coaching them. At times, it often helps the umpire control the game through the catcher as they will shut down the whiney pitcher or coach and keep the game moving.
I believe umpires LOVE working the plate with catchers who understand the entire game and will conduct the defense from behind the plate.