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		| Originally posted by mikesears Maybe the reason the umpire left his mask on was to say, "We have a game to play and I'm not going to take the time to argue with you".  IMHO, if he removed his mask, he would have opened the door for MORE complaining.
 
 I would think that removing the mask would only escalate the situation, not defuse it.
 
 
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 Mike,
I remove my mask for a discussion, but may not for a quick comment.
I mumble enough without that mask on my chin.
mick