MLB Ejection S-2: Jeff Morrow (S1; Brennan Boesch)

HP Umpire Jeff Morrow ejected Angels LF Brennan Boesch for arguing a strike three call in the top of the 2nd inning of the Angels-Rockies game. With one out and one on, Boesch took a 2-2 pitch from Rockies pitcher Juan Nicasio for a called third strike. Replays indicate the pitch was located approximately belt high and over the outer edge of home plate; however the replay remains inconclusive due to the fact that pitch f/x is unavailable for Spring Training games, the call was irrecusable. Boesch previously argued the strike one pitch of the same at-bat. At the time of the ejection, the Rockies were leading, 2-1. The contest ultimately ended in a 4-4 tie, in 10 innings.

This is Jeff Morrow (-)'s 1st ejection of Spring Training and first ejection of his MLB ST career.
This is Crew Chief Jim Wolf's first ejection of 2014 MLB Spring Training.

This is the 2nd instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
This is the 1st player ejection of 2014 Spring Training.

Wrap: Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim vs. Colorado Rockies (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/15/14
Video: Morrow dismisses Boesch for arguing a strikeout early in the Angels-Rockies game (LAA)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-38: Jordan Baker (S-1)

Instant replay affirmed 2B Umpire Jordan Baker's out call in the bottom of the 3rd inning of the Angels-Rockies game. With none out and one on, Rockies baserunner R1 Corey Dickerson attempted to steal second base on a 2-1 pitch from Angels pitcher Jered Weaver to catcher Chris Iannetta, who threw to second baseman Howie Kendrick as Dickerson slid into the base. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Rockies Manager Walt Weiss, Baker's ruling that Kendrick tagged Dickerson prior to Dickerson's arrival at second base was affirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the Rockies were leading, 3-1. The contest ultimately ended in a 4-4 tie, in 10 innings.

This is Jordan Baker (71)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Jordan Baker (71) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 38th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Rockies Manager Walt Weiss is now 0/2 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 33/38 (87% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim vs. Colorado Rockies (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/15/14
Video: Call upheld; Angels catch Corey Dickerson attempting to steal second base in the 3rd (LAA)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-37: Lance Barrett (S-2)

Instant replay reversed 1B Umpire Lance Barrett's safe call in the top of the 5th inning of the Angels-Padres game. With none out and none on, Angels batter Matt Long bunted a 1-0 slider from Padres pitcher Eric Stults to Stults, who threw to first baseman Xavier Nady as Long arrived at first place. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Padres Manager Bud Black, Barrett's ruling that Morneau did not catch the throw and tag first base prior to Long's touch arrival was overturned, the call was incorrect. At the time of the instant replay review, the Padres were leading, 3-1. The Padres ultimately won the contest, 4-2.

This is Lance Barrett (94)'s 2nd instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Lance Barrett (94) is now 1/2 (50% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 37th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Padres Manager Bud Black is now 1/1 (100% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 32/37 (86% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim vs. San Diego Padres (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/14/14
Video: Call overturned; Padres record an out after Black challenges and replay overturns safe call (OAK)

Roster: 2014 Opening Series (Sydney, Australia) Umpires

The umpire crew for MLB's Opening Series in Sydney, Australia has been named. Each MLB umpire appointed to officiate the 2014 series down under will work a plate—two during the Dodgers' and Diamondbacks' exhibitions vs Team Australia and the others during the Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks regular season games. Australian Baseball League (ABL) umpires will join the USA crew for the exhibition games. The American crew assigned to the Australian games is notably not an intact MLB crew for the 2014 regular season.

Opening Series Major League Baseball (MLB) Umpires
Tim Welke (crew chief): Will serve as first base umpire during Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Team Australia exhibition game, home plate umpire during LA-ARI Opening Day game & 3B on 3/23.
Dale Scott: Will serve as first base umpire during Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Team Australia exhibition game, 1B on Opening Day (3/22) and plate umpire on 3/23.
Laz Diaz: Will serve as home plate umpire during Dodgers-Australia exhibition game, second base umpire on Opening Day and first base umpire for Game 2 of the regular season.
Mark Carlson: Will serve as home plate umpire for D'Backs-Australia, third base umpire for Dodgers-Diamondbacks on Opening Day and second base umpire on March 23.

Opening Series Australian Baseball League (ABL) Umpires
Paul Hyham: 1999 graduate of Jim Evans Academy of Professional Umpiring and MLB Umpire Camp in Compton, California (2008, 2011). International Baseball Federation (IBAF) Umpire of the Year & Australian Baseball Federation (ABF) Official of the Year (2009). Worked the 2008 Olympics Games in Beijing (semi-final: 1B / Gold Medal Game: 2B), and the 2009 and 2013 World Baseball Classics, including the 2013 Championship Round in San Francisco. 2B during the Dodgers-Australia exhibition on 3/20.
Mal Mackay: 1998 graduate of Jim Evans Academy of Professional Umpiring. Worked the 2007 World Cup (Taiwan), 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing (Bronze Medal Game: 3B), 2009 World Cup (semi-final: plate / Gold Medal Game: 1B) and 2013 ABL Championship Series. 3B during the Dodgers-Australia exhibition on 3/20.
Brett Robson: Former Minor League umpire (2003-2012), worked the Gulf Coast, Pioneer, South Atlantic, California, Texas and Pacific Coast Leagues including the 2010 All-Star Futures Game in Anaheim during All-Star Weekend. Worked the 2012 ABL All-Star Game, 2012 Asia Series in Busan, South Korea and the ABL Championship Series (2011-2014). 2B during the D'Backs-Australia exhibition on 3/21.
Trent Thomas: 1997 alumnus of the Jim Evans Academy of Professional Umpiring. Worked the 2012 Asia Series in Busan and 2013 Asia Series in Taichung, Taiwan, 2008 & 2011 IBAF Championships, and the ABL Championship Series (1999, 2014). 3B during the D'Backs-Australia exhibition on 3/21.

MLB also announced the umpiring crew that will officiate the Yankees-Marlins Legend Series at Rod Carew Stadium in Panama City, Panama on March 15 and 16. The four umpires working the exhibition series are Manny Gonzalez, Marvin Hudson, Jerry Meals and Larry Vanover (crew chief).

These are MLB's announced umpires, crews and rotations for the two Series, but are subject to change.

MLB Instant Replay Review S-35|36: Wolf, L Barrett (S-1|1)

Instant replay reversed 1B Umpire Jim Wolf's out call in the bottom of the 2nd and affirmed 1B Umpire Lance Barrett's out call in the bottom of the 8th inning of the Rockies-Athletics game. In the 2nd, with none out and two on, A's batter Coco Crisp hit a 2-0 pitch from Rockies pitcher Tyler Chatwood to second baseman DJ LeMahieu, who threw to shortstop Cristhian Adames to retire A's baserunner R2 Nick Punto at second, and onto Rockies first baseman Justin Morneau as Crisp arrived at first base. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by A's Manager Bob Melvin, Wolf's ruling that Morneau caught the throw and tagged first base prior to Crisp's touch arrival was overturned, the call was incorrect. At the time of the instant replay review, the A's were leading, 3-2.

In the 8th, with none out and none on, A's batter Daniel Robertson hit a 1-2 pitch from Rockies pitcher Yohan Flande to second baseman Sam Mende, who threw to first baseman Ryan Wheeler as Robertson arrived at first base. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by A's Manager Bob Melvin, 1B Umpire Barrett's ruling that Wheeler caught the throw and tagged first base prior to Robertson's touch arrival was upheld, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the A's were leading, 10-5. The A's ultimately won the contest, 10-5.

This is Jim Wolf (28)'s 2nd instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
This is Lance Barrett (94)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Jim Wolf (28) is now 1/2 (50% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.
Lance Barrett (94) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

These are the 35th and 36th instant replay reviews of 2014 Spring Training.
A's Manager Bob Melvin is now 1/2 (50% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 32/36 (89% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Colorado Rockies vs. Oakland Athletics (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/13/14
Video: Call overturned; Coco Crisp is awarded first base after erroneous out call (OAK)
Video: Call upheld; Robertson grounds out and is affirmed out after Melvin protests the call (OAK)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-33|34: David Rackley (S-1|2)

Instant replay affirmed 1B Umpire David Rackley's out calls in the bottom of the 3rd and 8th innings of the Giants-Rangers game. In the 3rd, with one out and none on, Rangers batter Elvis Andrus hit a 2-2 fastball from Giants pitcher Ryan Vogelsong to shortstop Brandon Crawford, who threw to first baseman Mark Minicozzi as Andrus arrived at first base. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Rangers Manager Ron Washington, Rackley's ruling that Minicozzi caught the throw and tagged first base prior to Andrus' touch arrival was confirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the contest was tied, 1-1.

In the bottom of the 8th, with two out and one on, Rangers batter Bryan Petersen hit a 2-2 fastball from Giants pitcher Derek Law to second baseman Joe Panik, who threw to Minicozzi as Petersen arrived at first base. Upon instant replay review as the result of an inquiry by Rangers Manager Washington and initiation by crew chief Todd Tichenor, Rackley's ruling that Minicozzi caught the throw and tagged first base prior to Petersen's touch arrival was upheld, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the contest was tied, 4-4. The game ultimately ended in a 4-4 tie.

These are David Rackley (86)'s 1st and 2nd instant replay challenges/reviews of Spring Training.
David Rackley (86) is now 2/2 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

These are the 33rd and 34th instant replay reviews of 2014 Spring Training.
Rangers Manager Ron Washington is now 0/2 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 31/34 (91% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: San Francisco Giants vs. Texas Rangers (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/13/14
Video: Call upheld; Elvis Andrus is called out at first base, a decision that stands after review (TEX)
Video: Call upheld; Petersen ends the inning as Giants benefit from third replay review of game (TEX)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-32: David Soucy (S-1)

Instant replay reversed 1B Umpire David Soucy's out call in the top of the 2nd inning of the Giants-Rangers game. With one out and one on, Giants batter Juan Perez hit a 1-0 fastball from Rangers pitcher Martin Perez to shortstop Elvis Andrus, who threw to second baseman Brent Lillibridge to retire Giants baserunner R1 Andrew Susac at second base, onto first baseman Prince Fielder as Perez arrived at first base. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Giants Manager Bruce Bochy, Soucy's ruling that Fielder caught the throw and tagged first base prior to Perez's touch arrival was overturned, the call was incorrect. At the time of the instant replay review, the Giants were leading, 1-0. The contest ultimately ended in a 4-4 tie.

This is David Soucy (-)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
David Soucy (-) is now 0/1 (0% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 32nd instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Giants Manager Bruce Bochy is now 1/1 (100% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 29/32 (91% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: San Francisco Giants vs. Texas Rangers (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/13/14
Video: Call overturned; Juan Perez is awarded first base after double play turns into fielder's choice (TEX)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-30|31: Barber, Campos (S-2|1)

Instant replay affirmed 1B Umpire Sean Barber's safe call in the top of the 6th inning and 1B Umpire Angel Campos' out call in the top of the 9th inning of the Marlins-Tigers game. In the 6th, with one out and one on, Tigers batter Jake Marisnick swung at and missed a 2-1 pitch from Tigers pitcher Joe Nathan; after catching the pitch, catcher Bryan Holaday threw to first baseman Miguel Cabrera as Marlins baserunner R1 Adeiny Hechavarria arrived at first base. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Tigers Manager Brad Ausmus, 1B Umpire Barber's ruling that Cabrera did not tag Hechavarria prior to Hechavarria's foot retouching first base was confirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the Marlins were leading, 4-2.

In the 9th, with none out and one on, Tigers pitcher Blaine Hardy threw to first baseman Jordan Lennerton as Marlins baserunner R1 Derek Dietrich dove back into first base. Upon instant replay review as the result of an inquiry by Marlins Manager Mike Redmond and initiation by crew chief Joe West, 1B Umpire Campos' ruling that Lennerton successfully tagged Dietrich prior to Dietrich's hand touching first base (runner tagged while off of his base) was affirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the Marlins were leading, 4-2. The Marlins ultimately won the contest, 4-2.

This is Sean Barber (29)'s 2nd instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
This is Angel Campos (84)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Sean Barber (29) is now 2/2 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.
Angel Campos (84) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

These are the 30th and 31st instant replay reviews of 2014 Spring Training.
Tigers Manager Brad Ausmus is now 0/1 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Marlins Manager Mike Redmond is now 0/1 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 29/31 (94% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Miami Marlins vs. Detroit Tigers (Grapefruit League Spring Training), 3/13/14
Video: Call upheld; Hechavarria steps back onto first base ahead of the tag (DET)
Video: Call upheld; Dietrich cannot slide back to the bag ahead of the tag in the ninth (DET)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-28|29: O'Nora, Hudson (S-1|1)

Instant replay affirmed 3B Brian O'Nora's foul ball call in the top and 1B Umpire Marvin Hudson's safe call in the bottom of the 6th inning of the Red Sox-Twins game. In the top frame, with none out and none on, Napoli hit a 1-1 pitch from Twins pitcher Samuel Deduno to deep left field, past and over the outfield wall. Upon instant replay review as the result of an inquiry by Red Sox Manager John Farrell, O'Nora's ruling that Napoli's drive left the playing field to the foul side of the foul pole was affirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the Red Sox were leading, 4-3.

In the bottom half, with two out and one on, Twins batter Darin Mastroianni hit a 1-2 pitch from Red Sox pitcher Brandon Workman to second baseman Jonathan Herrera, who threw to first baseman Brandon Snyder as Mastroianni arrived at first base. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Red Sox Manager Farrell, Hudson's ruling that Snyder did not catch the ball and tag first base prior to Mastroianni's touch was affirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the Red Sox were leading, 4-3. The Red Sox ultimately won the contest, 4-3.

This is Brian O'Nora (7)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
This is Marvin Hudson (51)'s 1st instant replay chalenge/review of Spring Training.
Brian O'Nora (7) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.
Marvin Hudson (51) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

These are the 28th and 29th instant replay reviews of 2014 Spring Training.
Red Sox Manager John Farrell is now 0/2 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 27/29 (93% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Boston Red Sox vs. Minnesota Twins (Grapefruit League Spring Training), 3/13/14
Video: Call upheld; Napoli's foul ball is challenged and affirmed, preserving the at-bat (MIN)
Video: Call upheld; Mastroianni beats out infield blooper at first base (MIN; N/A)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-27: Tripp Gibson (S-3)

Instant replay affirmed 1B Umpire Tripp Gibson's out call in the top of the 4th inning of the Cubs-Mariners game. With one out and none on, Cubs batter Ryan Kalish hit a 3-1 cutter from Mariners Randy Wolf pitcher to shortstop Brad Miller, who threw to first baseman Justin Smoak as Kalish arrived at first base. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Cubs Manager Rick Renteria, Johnson's ruling that Lennerton caught the throw and tagged first base prior to Roberts' touch was confirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the game was tied, 2-2. The Mariners ultimately won the contest, 8-7, in 10 innings.

This is Tripp Gibson (73)'s 3rd instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Tripp Gibson (73) is now 3/3 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 27th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Cubs Manager Rick Renteria is now 0/1 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 25/27 (93% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Chicago Cubs vs. Seattle Mariners (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/12/14
Video: Call upheld; Kalish out at first on bang-bang play that is affirmed by instant replay review (SEA)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-26: Anthony Johnson (S-1)

Instant replay affirmed 1B Umpire Anthony Johnson's out call in the bottom of the 7th inning of the Tigers-Yankees game. With one out and none on, Yankees batter Brian Roberts hit a 3-2 pitch from Tigers pitcher Luke Putkonen to second baseman Devon Travis, who threw to first baseman Jordan Lennerton as Roberts arrived at first base. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Yankees Manager Joe Girardi, Johnson's ruling that Lennerton caught the throw and tagged first base prior to Roberts' touch was confirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the Tigers were leading, 6-2. The contest ultimately ended in a tie, 7-7, in 10 innings.

This is Anthony Johnson (48)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Anthony Johnson (48) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 26th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Yankees Manager Joe Girardi is now 0/1 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 24/26 (92% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Detroit Tigers vs. New York Yankees (Grapefruit League Spring Training), 3/12/14
Video: Call upheld; Roberts ruled out at first base as replays confirm throw beat him to bag (NYY)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-25: Pat Hoberg (S-2)

Instant replay affirmed 2B Umpire Pat Hoberg's safe call in the top of the 5th inning of the Diamondbacks-Dodgers game. With one out and two on, with Mike Jacobs at bat, Diamondbacks baserunner R1 Didi Gregorius attempted to steal second base on a 2-0 pitch from Dodgers pitcher Zach Lee as shortstop Hanley Ramirez attempted to apply his tag off the throw from catcher A.J. Ellis. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Dodgers Acting Manager Tim Wallach (Mattingly: bereavement leave), Hoberg's ruling that Ramirez's tag did not touch Gregorius when Gregorius was off the base, and that Gregorius remained on the base throughout the tag was confirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the Diamondbacks were leading, 3-2. The Diamondbacks ultimately won the contest, 9-2.

This is Pat Hoberg (89)'s 2nd instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Pat Hoberg (89) is now 2/2 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 25th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Dodgers Manager Tim Wallach is now 0/1 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
>> The Dodgers are now 0/2 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring (Mattingly).
Umpires are now 23/25 (92% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/12/14
Video: Call upheld; Gregorius ruled safe at second base as Ramirez's tag is late (LAD)

MLB Replay Reviews S-23|24: Blakney, Basner (S-1|2)

Instant replay affirmed 1B Umpire Ryan Blakney's out call in the top of the 6th inning and reversed 1B Umpire Toby Basner's out call in the bottom of the 7th inning of the Nationals-Astros game. In the 6th, with none out and one on, Nationals batter Jose Lobaton hit a pitch from Astros pitcher Darin Downs to shortstop Jonathan Villar, who threw to second baseman Gregorio Petit to first baseman Japhet Amador for a double play. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Nationals Manager Matt Williams, Blakney's ruling that Amador possessed the ball and tagged first base prior to Lobaton's arrival was upheld, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the Nationals were leading, 9-4.

In the 7th, with two out and one on, Astros batter Delino DeShields hit a 3-2 pitch from Nationals pitcher Jerry Levins to shortstop Jose Lozada, who threw to first baseman Tyler Moore as DeShields arrived at first base. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Astros Manager Bo Porter, 1B Umpire Basner's ruling that Moore caught the ball prior to DeShield's touching first base was overturned, the call was incorrect. As a result of the review, Astros baserunner R2 Jesus Guzman was placed at third base. At the time of the instant replay review, the Nationals were leading, 9-6. The Astros ultimately won the contest, 10-9.

This is Ryan Blakney (-)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
This is Toby Basner (99)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Ryan Blakney (-) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.
Toby Basner (99) is now 0/1 (0% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

These are the 23rd and 24th instant replay reviews of 2014 Spring Training.
Nationals Manager Matt Williams is now 0/1 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Astros Manager Bo Porter is now 1/3 (33% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 22/24 (92% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Washington Nationals vs. Houston Astros (Grapefruit League Spring Training), 3/12/14
Video: Call upheld; Bang-bang play at first is reviewed and upheld to preserve the double play (N/A)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-22: Cory Blaser (S-1)

Instant replay affirmed 2B Umpire Cory Blaser's HR no-call in the top of the 9th inning of the Dodgers-Royals game. With none out and none on, Dodgers batter Alex Guerrero hit a 0-0 pitch from Royals pitcher Louis Coleman to deep center field and off the outfield wall where it was fielded by center fielder Jarrod Dyson. Upon instant replay review as the result of an inquiry by Dodgers Manager Don Mattingly and initiation by Crew Chief Blaser, Blaser's ruling that the ball hit the top of the wall and caromed back into the field of play was confirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the Royals were leading, 5-4. The Dodgers ultimately won the contest, 7-5.

This is Cory Blaser (89)'s 2nd instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Cory Blaser (89) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 22nd instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Dodgers Manager Don Mattingly is now 0/1 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 21/22 (95.5% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Kansas City Royals (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/11/14
Video: Call upheld; Guerrero's triple hits the top of the outfield fence, bounces back into CF (LAD)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-21: Mark Ripperger (S-2)

Umpires are now 19/19 in instant replay when
wearing black shirts, but 1/2 when wearing blue.

Instant replay affirmed 3B Umpire Mark Ripperger's out call in the bottom of the 9th inning of the Mets-Cardinals game. With none out and two on, Cardinals batter Kolten Wong bunted a 0-2 pitch from Mets pitcher Miguel Socolovich to Socolovich, who threw to third baseman Zach Lutz as Cardinals baserunner R2 Randal Grichuk slid into third base. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Cardinals Manager Mike Matheny, Ripperger's ruling that Lutz caught and tagged third base prior to Grichuk's arrival was confirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the Mets were leading, 9-8. The Mets ultimately won the contest, 9-8.

This is Mark Ripperger (90)'s 2nd instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Mark Ripperger (90) is now 2/2 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 21st instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Cardinals Manager Mike Matheny is now 0/3 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 20/21 (95.2% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: New York Mets vs. St. Louis Cardinals (Grapefruit League Spring Training), 3/11/14
Video: Call upheld; Socolovich completes the fielder's choice on force play at third base in the 9th (STL)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-20: Chad Whitson (S-1)

Instant replay reversed 2B Umpire Chad Whitson's out call in the top of the 8th inning of the Mariners-Angels game. With one out and three on, Mariners batter Jabari Blash hit a 2-2 pitch from Angels pitcher Nick Maronde to shortstop Tommy Field who threw to second baseman Andrew Romine who bobbled the baseball in an attempt to turn a double play. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Mariners Manager Lloyd McClendon, Whitson's ruling that Romine possessed the ball and tagged second base to retire Mariners baserunner R1 Tyler Smith was overturned, the call was incorrect. At the time of the instant replay review, the Angels were leading, 5-4. The Mariners ultimately won the contest, 10-6.

This is Chad Whitson (62)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Chad Whitson (62) is now 0/1 (0% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 20th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
This is the first overturned call as a result of instant replay review during 2014 MLB Spring Training.
Mariners Manager Lloyd McClendon is 1/1 (100% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 19/20 (95% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Seattle Mariners vs. Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/11/14
Video: Call overturned; Error keeps second out off the board as umpires reverse first call of Spring (LAA)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-19: Scott Barry (S-1)

Instant replay affirmed HP Umpire Scott Barry's safe call in the top of the 9th inning of the White Sox-Brewers game. With one out and two on, White Sox batter Jeff Keppinger hit a 1-0 pitch from Brewers pitcher Michael Blazek to third baseman Elian Herrera, who threw home to catcher Lucas May as White Sox baserunner R3 Jared Mitchell arrived at home plate. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Brewers Manager Ron Roenicke, Barry's ruling that May did not tag Mitchell prior to Mitchell's touch arrival was upheld, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the White Sox were leading, 4-3. The White Sox ultimately won the contest, 6-3.

This is Scott Barry (87)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Scott Barry (87) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 19th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Brewers Manager Ron Roenicke is now 0/2 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 19/19 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Chicago White Sox vs. Milwaukee Brewers (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/10/14
Video: Call upheld; review confirms runner Mitchell slid in under the tag of catcher May (MIL)
Video: Roenicke discusses his decision to challenge Barry's safe call on instant replay (MIL)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-18: Paul Schrieber (S-1)

Instant replay affirmed 1B Umpire Paul Schrieber's out call in the bottom of the 1st inning of the Padres-Diamondbacks game. With one out and one on, Diamondbacks batter Paul Goldschmidt hit a 1-2 pitch from Padres pitcher Eric Stults to first baseman Tommy Medica, who, after deflecting the ball, attempted to retire Goldschmidt by beating him to first base. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Diamondbacks Manager Kirk Gibson, Schrieber's ruling that Medica tagged first base prior to Goldschmidt's touch arrival was upheld, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the Padres were leading, 1-0. The contest ultimately ended in a tie, 2-2, in 10 innings.

This is Paul Schrieber (43)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Paul Schrieber (43) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 18th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
D'Backs Manager Kirk Gibson is now 0/1 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 18/18 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: San Diego Padres vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/9/14
Video: Call upheld; Medica slides into first base ahead of Goldschmidt to record a first-inning out (SD)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-17: Jim Reynolds (S-1)

Instant replay affirmed 2B Umpire Jim Reynolds' safe call in the bottom of the 5th inning of the Reds-Angels game. With none out and one on, Angels batter Hank Conger hit a 1-0 pitch from Reds pitcher Sam LeCure to right fielder Roger Bernadina, who threw home as Conger attempted to take second base on the throw, Reds catcher Brayan Pena throwing to second baseman Ramon Santiago in an attempt to retire Conger. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Reds Manager Bryan Price, Reynolds' ruling that Santiago did not tag Conger prior to Conger's touch arrival was upheld, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the Angels were leading, 1-0. The Angels ultimately won the contest, 3-1.

This is Jim Reynolds (77)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Jim Reynolds (77) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 17th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Reds Manager Bryan Price is now 0/1 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 17/17 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Cincinnati Reds vs. Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/9/14
Video: Call upheld; Conger slides into second base ahead of the Reds' team play (LAA)

MLB Replay Review S-15|16: Barber, Davidson (S-1|1)

Instant replay affirmed 1B Umpire Sean Barber and HP Umpire Bob Davidson's calls in the top of the 8th inning of the Phillies-Twins game. With none out and none on, Phillies batter John Mayberry hit a 1-0 pitch from Twins pitcher Kyle Gibson to third baseman Brandon Waring, who threw wildly to first base, the throw evading first baseman Chris Colabello. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Twins Manager Ron Gardenhire, Barber's ruling that the ball left the field of play necessitating an award of second base for batter-runner Mayberry was upheld (for lack of a camera angle showing the ball), the call was correct.

Two plays later, Phillies batter Ronny Cedeno hit a 1-0 pitch from Twins pitcher Kyle Gibson to shortstop Danny Santana, who threw to catcher Chris Herrmann for an attempted tag on R3 Mayberry attempting to score. Upon instant replay review as the result of an argument by Gardenhire and initiation by crew chief Bob Davidson, Davidson's ruling that R3 Mayberry touched home plate prior to Herrmann applying a tag was upheld, the call was correct. At the time of Barber's instant replay review, the Twins were leading, 1-0. At the time of the Davidson review, the contest was tied, 1-1. The contest ultimately ended in a tie, 1-1.

This is Sean Barber (29)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
This is Bob Davidson (61)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Sean Barber (29) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.
Bob Davidson (61) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

These are the 15th and 16th instant replay reviews of 2014 Spring Training.
Twins Manager Ron Gardenhire is now 0/2 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 16/16 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.
*Note: The arguing team is associated with the IR Appeal even if it is not a team-initiated challenge.*

Wrap: Philadelphia Phillies vs. Minnesota Twins (Grapefruit League Spring Training), 3/9/14
Video: Call upheld; Mayberry retains award of second base after reviewed boundary call (MIN)
Video: Call upheld; Phillies tie the game on play at the plate which is affirmed (MIL)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-14: Jeff Nelson (S-2)

Instant replay affirmed HP Umpire Jeff Nelson's safe call in the top of the 8th inning of the Blue Jays-Astros game. With one out and one on, Blue Jays batter Erik Kratz hit a 1-1 pitch from Astros pitcher Raul Valdes to left fielder J.D. Martinez, who threw to shortstop Carlos Correa to catcher Carlos Perez who attempted to tag Blue Jays baserunner R1 Steve Tolleson at home plate. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Astros Manager Bo Porter, Nelson's ruling that Tolleson was not tagged prior to touching home plate was upheld, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the Blue Jays were leading, 3-2. The Astros ultimately won the contest, 4-3.

This is Jeff Nelson (45)'s 2nd instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Jeff Nelson (45) is now 2/2 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 14th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Astros Manager Bo Porter is now 0/2 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 14/14 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Toronto Blue Jays vs. Houston Astros (Grapefruit League Spring Training), 3/9/14
Video: Call upheld; Blue Jays take a 3-2 lead on reviewed, affirmed safe call at the plate (HOU)