MLB Umps

[mrm21711]

I noticed something while watching a lot of MLB games, was wondering if anybody out there knew what it was.

I have noticed a lot of umpires wearing a Wilson chest protector that is very thin and gray, with a very large yellow W directly on the top of it (under the neck), but is not a protector that Wilson sells. Does anybody know what this is? I have noticed a ton of guys wearing this one (Froemming, Timmons, Marquez, Barksdale, ect.) Thanks.

[edhern]

West Vest Gold fits that description.

Ed H

[GarthB]

Originally posted by edhern
West Vest Gold fits that description.

Ed H

No. The westvest gold is black. The westvest platinum in grey. But neither is "thin."

[edhern]

Yes you are right. The plastic appears thin on top of the padding. Unless there is a new product not previously discussed, it still sounds like it is a West Vest.

Ed H

[JJ]

I use the gray Wilson version of the West Vest, and have for about 4 years. I like it very much because the plates are riveted, not fastened with velcro, which I never liked.

[Sal Giaco]

It could be an old Power by Riddell with a Gold/Wilson "W" place over the "Power" emblem. I think Wilson has a contract with MLB Umpires and the only advertising allowed on masks and chest protectors is Wilson. I'm not sure - just guessing since I've seen no other brand advertising on MLB umpires this year. In fact, it looks like some of them have had to cover logos from other manufactures

[willieg66]

MLB Umpires do an awesome job doing their job. They probably have the best jobs in America!

I am good friends with 2 of them and they have an unbelievable travel schedule. They see the biggest cities,
know where to eat, get your haircut, etc.

Kudos to the men in blue!!!!