Runner's Lane Rule Change | Ex MLB Player Called Out

On the season premier, we discuss the change to the runner's lane rule, and ex big leaguer Trevor Plouffe gets called out about his comments concerning the new rule. Umpire Alan Porter is featured in the first ever Behind the Mask segment. Show Segments: This Day in Baseball History Behind the Mask New Rules Trivia Question of the Day Looking for Merch? Click the link here to visit The Umpire Strikes Back Official Shop: https://umpirestrikesback.creator-spring.com/

In this episode, I break down why Kyle Schwarber was so upset with Angel Hernandez about a pitch just off the plate.

I break down the stats of Buster Posey’s career and explain why he doesn’t quite meet the standard of a Hall of Fame catcher

There is a National shortage for umpires and other officials. The main reason is abuse from fans and coaches, but what if I told you it is also due to the way officials are treated from within? In this episode I talk about the way umpires treat each other as well as how umpires are treated by their superiors. I also touch on my personal situation that lead to me leaving my local Little League District

Angel Hernandez will be on the plate for Game 2 of the Dodgers-Padres NLDS. Can he redeem himself and prove he belongs in the playoffs? Also, I strike back at everyone who came after me for my previous opinions about Angel Hernandez

I give my opinion on Angel Hernandez and his assignment to the Dodgers-Padres NLDS Series

I discuss what I do different when umpiring a lower level of youth baseball

I give my personal opinion on Rob Drakes performance in the season finale between the Giants and Padres where he apparently missed 27 calls

John Kruk was calling for Joe West’s head after Joe and his crew made a correct call of incidental contact on a back swing

Robbie Grossman of the Oakland A’s was called out on a force play at second after obtaining second bases, but then retouching it and returning to first base. Was this the correct call? Also, I touch on the newest developments concerning the World Series and Postseason bubble