Pitcher stumbles on pick-off attempt

[UmpJM]

jumpmaster,

I would agree with your assessment that the drummer is a newbie (at least I hope so).

Originally posted by drumbum565

As far as takeing crap, you dont need to worry. I lead my association in ejections

Personally, I find his above statement somewhat disturbing. I would guess that the vast majority of his ejections are a direct result of his own improper rulings on plays resulting from his woefully inadequate understanding of the proper application of the rules of baseball.

I find that the combination of arrogance (hair trigger on ejections) and ignorance (inadequate knowledge of the rules to properly officiate) makes for a very poor umpire.

What do you think?

JM