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Old Fri Apr 26, 2013, 10:13pm
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In tonight's game between the Mets at Phillies, Home plate umpire Brian O'Nora fell ill and was replaced at home plate after a 15 minute delay. What I was wondering is during a regular season game, why not have an umpire stand behind a pitcher calling balls and strikes instead of everyone waiting 15 minutes.
He swallowed his "chew".
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Old Fri Apr 26, 2013, 10:49pm
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A 15 minute delay is minimal. Rain delays can be hours.

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Old Sat Apr 27, 2013, 12:18am
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He swallowed his "chew".
I will never understand people even use that nasty stuff. Serves his behind right.

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