MLB style shirts

[Durham]

Originally Posted by MikeStrybel

I've been away from U.S. baseball for a while and am restocking my gear and uniforms now. The new black shirts that are being worn by MLB umpires are out and the few preseason games I have seen clips of show them being worn. They are mostly black with white piping on the side and a small detail at the sleeve.

I am not one of those umpires who needs to have the newest stuff each year - my gear is an investment that lasts a while. I do not want to get several shirts now and see them obsolete in a year. I began umpiring in Elbeco shirts and saw the switch happen faster than many of us figured it would. NCAA changed almost immediately and then the local ball followed in what seemed like a sprint to look more professional.

Is anyone planning to use the new light blue or black shirts this season? Did your organization switch over or is it just personal preference? Do you think that they will be the standard next year? Thanks for your thoughts.

I think that the majestic shirts will be the standard next year. I also wore the majestic jacket this weekend in the cold, 30's and 40's and in the rain, it was awesome. I would have paid double for it it worked so well. I stayed warm and dry, something previous jackets lacked. Have a great season.

Edit: I am sorry that you midwest and northeast guys have to deal with this weather all the time. When I was putting on all those layers this weekend, I kept saying to myself, at least I don't have to do this until may like some guys.