Discipline: Bob Davidson Suspended for Breach of Conduct

MLB Umpire Bob Davidson has been suspended one game for repeated violations the Office of the Commissioner's standards for "situation handling."

Bob Davidson has been suspended for repeated violations
of MLB BOC's standards for situation handling.

Davidson recently ejected Phillies Manager Charlie Manuel, yelling into the dugout, "You think I wanted to block his ass? What the hell are you doing?" in response to Manuel's disparagement. Manuel was also suspended one game for his role in Tuesday's incident.

Davidson will serve his suspension Friday night during the Twins-Brewers contest at Miller Park in Milwaukee. He will be replaced by a AAA fill-in umpire and is expected to return Saturday.

Umpire Bob Davidson (61) presently has 4 points in the UEFL; his standing is unaffected by his suspension.

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