This is why we cannot have nice things.

[Rich]

Originally Posted by Welpe

This is my leading favorite:

If I called a pitch like that a strike...let's just say it would be a long day.

[Manny A]

Why do some umpires feel they have to be the center of attention?

I'm not suggesting that we all turn into automatons; there can be some individuality in our signals and mechanics. But they should be within the norms of acceptance. "Whoomp, There It Is!" and movements like you're falling off a ledge are certainly not.

[Welpe]

Originally Posted by Manny A

Why do some people feel they have to be the center of attention?

Change the noun and your question is answered with another one.

[Welpe]

Originally Posted by Rich

If I called a pitch like that a strike...let's just say it would be a long day.

Or it could be a really short one for one of two reasons:

1) Everyone is going to strike out.

2) Everyone is going to get ejected.

[Publius]

Originally Posted by Rich

If I called a pitch like that a strike...let's just say it would be a long day.

Considering where the game was played, nothing in that video surprises me.