MLB Instant Replay S-49: Marvin Hudson (S-2)

Instant replay reversed 2B Umpire Marvin Hudson's safe call in the bottom of the 3rd inning of the Yankees-Twins game. With one out and one on, Twins baserunner R1 Aaron Hicks attempted to steal second base on a 2-0 pitch from Yankees pitcher Masahiro Tanaka and throw from catcher Francisco Cervelli to second baseman Dean Anna. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Yankees Manager Joe Girardi, Hudson's ruling that Anna did not tag Hicks prior to Hicks touching second base was overturned, the call was correct. At the time of the review, the Twins were leading, 1-0. The Yankees ultimately won the contest, 5-4.

This is Marvin Hudson (51)'s 2nd instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Marvin Hudson (51) is now 1/2 (50% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 49th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Yankees Manager Joe Girardi is now 1/2 (50% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Reviews this Spring.
Umpires are now 41/49 (84% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: New York Yankees vs. Minnesota Twins (Grapefruit League Spring Training, 3/22/14)
Video: Call overturned; Yankees catch Hicks stealing after reviewed and overturned call (MIN)

MLB Instant Replay Reviews S-47|48: Scheurwater (S-1|2)

Instant replay affirmed 1B Umpire Stu Scheurwater's safe call in the bottom of the 4th inning and out call in bottom of the 8th inning of the Pirates-Mariners game. In the 4th, with none out and one on, Padres catcher Yasmani Grandal attempted to pick off Mariners baserunner R1 Leury Bonilla immediately following the 1-0 pitch from Padres pitcher Ian Kennedy to Mariners batter Kyle Seager, a called ball. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Padres Manager Bud Black, Scheurwater's ruling that Padres first baseman Yonder Alonso did not tag Bonilla prior to Bonilla's right foot touching first base was affirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the review, the Padres were leading, 3-1.

In the 8th, with two out and three on, Mariners batter Austin Wilson hit a 3-1 fastball from Padres pitcher Tim Stauffer to third baseman Alberto Gonzalez, who threw to first baseman Kyle Blanks as Wilson arrived at first base. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Mariners Manager Lloyd McClendon, Scheurwater's ruling that Blanks caught the ball and legally tagged first base prior to Wilson's touch arrival was affirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the review, the Padres were leading, 7-2. The Padres ultimately won the contest, 7-2.

These are Stu Scheurwater (85)'s 1st and 2nd instant replay challenge/reviews of Spring Training.
Stu Scheurwater (85) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

These are the 47th and 48th instant replay reviews of 2014 Spring Training.
Padres Manager Bud Black is now 1/2 (50% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Reviews this Spring.
Mariners Manager Lloyd McClendon is now 1/2 (50% Success) in Instant Replay Reviews this Spring.
Umpires are now 41/48 (85% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: San Diego Padres vs. Seattle Mariners (Cactus League Spring Training, 3/21/14)
Video: Play stands as called; Pick-off attempt is affirmed following unsuccessful challenge & review (SD)
Video: Play stands as called; After Mariners challenge play at first, replay upholds Stu's out call (SEA)

Draft: Opening Series (Australia) Review and Formalities

G'day! As Australia hosts the Opening Series, the UEFL draft review period is upon us. At this time, all registrants of the 2014 Umpire Ejection Fantasy League have been added to the 2014 League Standings page on the UEFL Portal and, of equal importance, all received draft picks have been inserted. With the exception of crew chief selections, which will be due no earlier than Sunday, March 30, please ensure that your submitted draft picks—all Primary and Secondary umpire selections—are listed and accurate.

For those whose selections show as a null set, please contact the UEFL Commissioner's Office for remedy to include restricted selection.* If, at the end of this review period, no draft selections have been received, you will be assigned a random combination of umpires from the restricted selection list, in "Quick Pick" fashion.*

The MLB crew list is not yet available and for this reason, the unrestricted crew chief draft deadline has been extended to no earlier than Sunday, March 30.

If you have permissible changes or requests, click here to access and submit the 2014 UEFL Draft form.

*Pursuant to the 2014 UEFL Draft timeline and schedule, unrestricted Primary and Secondary umpire selections were associated with various deadlines. Now that these deadlines have passed, members who have not drafted their umpires are subject to restricted selection based on draft popularity.

For instance, whereas a member who drafts prior to the deadline for unrestricted selection may choose any qualifying umpire as their selection (e.g., any crew chief for Crew Division), a member who drafts after this deadline and during the restricted period may not have more popular draft picks available to them (e.g., Joe West or Jim Joyce) as these umpires are removed from the restricted selection list such that only less chosen umpires remain.

MLB Instant Replay Review S-46: Brian O'Nora (S-2)

Instant replay affirmed 2B Umpire Brian O'Nora's out call in the top of the 7th inning of the Pirates-Red Sox game. With one out and one on, Pirates batter Jaff Decker hit a 1-2 pitch from Red Sox pitcher Burke Badenhop back to Badenhop, who threw to shortstop Xander Bogaerts to third baseman Will Middlebrooks trying to retire Pirates baserunner R2 Michael Martinez attempting to advance to third base and batter-runner B1 Decker attempting to advance to second base on the throw. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Pirates Manager Clint Hurdle, O'Nora's ruling that Middlebrooks successfully tagged Decker while off of his base was affirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the review, the contest was tied, 2-2. The Pirates ultimately won the contest, 4-2.

Administrative Note: MLBAM is using new striker programming for Gameday. The new text clearly reflects the impetus or reason for consulting instant replay review and is of the form "Pirates challenge (tag play) denied, play stands as called." The previous syntax was simply "play reviewed and stands as called" or "play reviewed and overturned."

This is Brian O'Nora (7)'s 2nd instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Brian O'Nora (7) is now 2/2 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 46th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Pirates Manager Clint Hurdle is now 0/1 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Reviews this Spring.
Umpires are now 39/46 (85% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Boston Red Sox (Grapefruit League Spring Training), 3/19/14
Video: Call upheld; Bosox turn unconventional double play with rundown out + one = two (BOS)

MLB Ejection S5: Jeff Morrow (S2; Logan Morrison)

HP Umpire Jeff Morrow ejected Mariners 1B Logan Morrison for arguing a strike three call in the bottom of the 8th inning of the Padres-Mariners game. With two out and none on, Morrison took a 0-2 fastball from Padres pitcher Tony Sipp for a called third strike, immediately following two earlier called strikes to begin the at bat. Replays indicate the earlier pitches were located within the bounds of the strike zone while the decisive pitch was located thigh high and off the outer edge of home plate (px = -1.093), the call was incorrect. At the time of the ejection, the Mariners were leading, 5-4. The contest ultimately ended in a tie, 5-5, in regulation.

This is Jeff Morrow (-)'s 2nd ejection of Spring Training.
Jeff Morrow now has 0 points in the UEFL (0 Previous + 0 AAA + -0 Penalty + 0 Incorrect Call = 0).
Crew Chief Scott Barry now has 0 points in the UEFL's Crew Division (0 Previous + 0 Incorrect Call = 0).

This is the 5th ejection of 2014 Spring Training.
This is the 3rd player ejection of 2014 Spring Training.
This is the Mariners' 2nd ejection of 2014 ST, 1st in the AL West (SEA 2; LAA, OAK 1; HOU, TEX 0).
This is Logan Morrison's first career MLB ejection.
This is Jeff Morrow's first ejection since March 15, 2014 (Brennan Boesch; QOC = U).

Wrap: San Diego Padres vs. Seattle Mariners (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/18/14
Video: After taking three straight pitches for called strikes, Morrison confronts Morrow & is tossed (SEA)

UEFL Draft 2014: Appeals Board Election

The 2014 UEFL Appeals Board election is now open. Pursuant to Rule 6-4-a, the UEFL has established an Appeals Board to rule on issues of Quality of Correctness. The Commissioner has additionally vested this Board with the responsibility of adjudicating similar points affecting variables, as defined by Rule 6-2, including, but not limited to, umpire classification and name of ejector.

In accordance with a 2013 Rules Summit decision, BT_Blue, RichMSN, tmac and Turducken were re-elected to the 2014 Appeals Board, which leaves a minimum of one vacancy. The pre-season election takes the form of a plurality-at-large voting system, such that top vote recipients are elected until no additional vacancies exist (6-4-a-2-a). The Commissioner, at sole discretion, may fill or leave vacant the sixth and seventh seats (...2-b).

Listed in random order, the following five candidates have been nominated for the 2014 UEFL Appeals Board; you may vote for as many or as few candidates as you wish. Following candidate statements, which are reproduced below, is the ballot. Due to the delayed start, this ballot closes on Friday, March 28, 2013.

James Burke: "I have never been an umpire, though I have an excellent knowledge of the rules due to knowing several of them. I will not bother to write more since you probably won't pick a first-time applicant who isn't an umpire at any level."

johnnyg08: "I am a student of the rules.  I have and use all of the appropriate manuals that are available. I involve myself in video study to learn from other plays that occur throughout the game.  If elected, I know that there will be a learning curve.  I have no issue abstaining when one of my drafted umpires, crew chiefs, call-ups, etc...is involved in a challenge. Thank you for considering my application!"

JoeyBagODonuts: "20+ years of official quality review and assurance.  I will be judicious and rule on situations through fairness and by using legal precedent."

JD: "I am a graduate of the Jim Evans Academy of Professional Umpiring, after which I spent two seasons in Minor League Baseball.  Additionally, I instructed at JEAPU as an apprentice instructor.  Thus, I believe I have a strong understanding of the rules and their applicability to different situations.  After leaving MiLB, I obtained a law degree and am currently clerking for a federal judge in Manhattan.  At its core, my job is objectively applying the law to facts as precedential federal case law requires.  Moreover, I do not participate in the UEFL, so there is no risk of bias.  I therefore believe I can perform the job of Appeals Board member proficiently and objectively."

bjweig01: "I greatly enjoyed participating in the UEFL during the 2013 championship season.  I am currently inactive as an official because of professional and family obligations.  However, I feel that my previous experience (high school and summer leagues) along with my profession as an attorney would make me an excellent asset for the UEFL appeals board.  I appreciate your consideration."

Joe Gravina: "Baseball Umpire for 15 Years. v Worked all levels (besides Pro) of Baseball form LL to NCAA. Worked the ECAC Division 3 play-offs. Worked the RI American Legion Play-offs and finals the last 7 years. Crew Chief for the RI American Legion playoffs and Finals the last 2 years. Director of Training (appointed paid position) for the RIUA. A 100 member umpire group that works and assigns all levels of amateur baseball from LL to NCAA. If elected, I will do my best to apply my considerable knowledge and training to make sure each call/ejection is evaluated appropriately.  I will not be participating in the UEFL so will provide an impartial view on all cases."

cyclone14: "After participating in the UEFL for the past 4 seasons, I am excited by the potential opportunity to take on a new role within the League by becoming a member of the Appeals Board. I have umpired up to High School ball and really enjoy being on the diamond with players of all ages and abilities. Off the field, I call the plays in another way- as a surgical resident in an operating room in Ontario, Canada. Even though my work life can be busy, I have still always made it a priority to keep up my umpiring skills and stay actively involved in baseball. I have been an active participant in the UEFL, finishing in the top 5 of the standings each year I have been involved. I think the UEFL provides us an extremely unique forum for umpires to discuss plays and improve their knowledge and I really appreciate all of the hard work and dedication shown by the commissioners. I hope that you will allow me the chance to give back to league as a member of the 2014 Appeals Board."

UEFL Appeals Board 2014 Voting

MLB Instant Replay Reviews S-44|45: Danley, Fagan (S-1|1)

Instant replay affirmed 1B Umpire Kerwin Danley's safe call in the top of the 2nd inning and 1B Umpire Clint Fagan's home run call of the Rangers-Brewers game. In the 2nd, with one out and none on, Rangers batter Engel Beltre bunted the first pitch from Brewers pitcher Marco Estrada to third baseman Aramis Ramirez, who threw to first baseman Mark Reynolds as Beltre arrived at first base. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Brewers Manager Ron Roenicke, 1B Umpire Danley's ruling that Reynolds did not catch the ball and tag first base prior to Beltre's touch arrival due to a pulled foot was affirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the review, the contest was tied, 0-0.

In the 6th, with one out and three on, Brewers batter Reynolds hit a 1-0 pitch from Rangers pitcher Michael Kirkman to deep center field and toward the top of the wall. Upon instant replay review as the result of an inquiry by Rangers Manager Ron Washington and initiation by crew chief Danley, 1B Umpire Fagan's ruling that the fly ball hit the top of the outfield wall, bounced off the taller batter's eye "back wall," and therefore out of play by virtue of leaving the playing field, and returned to play was affirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the Brewers were leading, 9-0. The Brewers ultimately won the contest, 9-3.

This is Kerwin Danley (44)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
This is Clint Fagan (82)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Kerwin Danley (44) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.
Clint Fagan (82) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

These are the 44th and 45th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Brewers Manager Ron Roenicke is now 0/4 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Reviews this Spring.
Rangers Manager Ron Washington is now 0/4 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Reviews this Spring.
Umpires are now 38/45 (84% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Texas Rangers vs. Milwaukee Brewers (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/18/14
Video: Call upheld; Beltre beats out infield single by the mere length of a foot (MIL)
Video: Call upheld; Reynolds hits a grand slam to center as umps call for the grandfathered review (MIL)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-43: Mike Muchlinski (S-1)

Instant replay affirmed 3B Umpire Mike Muchlinski's live ball call in the bottom of the 7th inning of the Rangers-Royals game. With two out and one on, Royals batter Billy Butler hit a 1-1 sinker from Rangers pitcher Pedro Figueroa to deep center field, where it hit the top of the wall and caromed back into play. Upon instant replay review as the result of an inquiry by Royals Manager Ned Yost and initiation by crew chief Todd Tichenor, Muchlinski's ruling that the fly ball hit the top of the outfield wall and returned to play without leaving the playing field was affirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the Royals were leading, 6-0. The Royals ultimately won the contest, 6-0.

This is Mike Muchlinski (76)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Mike Muchlinski (76) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training

This is the 43rd instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Royals Manager Ned Yost is now 0/1 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 36/43 (84% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Texas Rangers vs. Kansas City Royals (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/17/14
Video: Call upheld; Fly ball hits top of the outfield railing and finds its way back into play for a 2B (KC)

MLB Instant Replay S-42: Alan Porter & Injury: Brad Myers

Instant replay reversed 3B Umpire Alan Porter's out call in the bottom of the 5th inning of the Indians-Reds game. With one out and two on, Reds baserunner R2 Brandon Phillips attempted to steal third base as Indians catcher Luke Carlin threw to third baseman Lonnie Chisenhall. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Reds Manager Bryan Price, Porter's ruling that Chisenhall tagged Phillips while Phillips was off his base was reversed, the call was incorrect. At the time of the instant replay review, the Reds were leading, 3-1. The Reds ultimately won the contest, 5-4.


This is Alan Porter (64)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Alan Porter (64) is now 0/1 (0% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training

This is the 42nd instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Reds Manager Bryan Price is now 1/2 (50% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 35/42 (83% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training

Porter's position inside during the challenged play was necessitated by three-man umpire mechanics due to an earlier injury to umpire Brad Myers. In the bottom of the 2nd inning, with two out and two on, Reds batter Phillips lined a 0-1 fastball directly at Myers, working inside at 2nd base on the shortstop side of the bag, as prescribed by mechanic. Replays indicate Myers attempted to jump away from the line drive, but was hit in the groin. The official scoring read: "John Tumpane replaces 3B Umpire Brad Myers." At the time of the injury, the Reds were leading, 3-0.

Wrap: Cleveland Indians vs. Cincinnati Reds (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/17/14
Video: Call overturned; Phillips deemed safe at third following video evidence of Porter's error (CLE)
Video: Brad Myers is hit by a sharp line drive in the 2nd and is removed from the game via stretcher (CLE)

MLB Ejection S4: Bill Miller (S1; Ron Roenicke)

2B Umpire Bill Miller ejected Brewers Manager Ron Roenicke for arguing a safe call by HP Chris Guccione in the bottom of the 9th inning of the Brewers-Diamondbacks game. With none out and two on, Diamondbacks batter Chris Owings hit a pitch from Brewers pitcher Zach Duke to second baseman Jeff Bianchi, who threw to catcher Martin Maldonado as Diamondbacks baserunner R3 Shelley Duncan slid into home plate. The game was not televised; therefore the issues of whether the tag was applied and whether Duncan ran more than three feet away from his base path are inconclusive, the call was irrecusable. At the time of the ejection, the game was tied, 5-5. The Diamondbacks ultimately won the contest, 6-5.

This is Bill Miller (26)'s 1st ejection of Spring Training.
Bill Miller now has 0 points in the UEFL (0 Previous + 0 AAA + 0 Irrecusable Call = 0).
Crew Chief Bill Miller now has 0 points in the UEFL's Crew Division (0 Previous + 0 Irrecusable = 0).
*Relevant Rule 7.08(a)(1) states, "a runner is out when—He runs more than three feet away from his base path to avoid being tagged unless his action is to avoid interference with a fielder fielding a batted ball. A runner’s base path is established when the tag attempt occurs and is a straight line from the runner to the base he is attempting to reach safely."

This is the 4th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
This is the 2nd Manager ejection of 2014 Spring Training.
This is the Brewers' 1st ejection of 2014 ST, 1st in the NL Central (MIL 1; PIT, STL, CHC, CIN 0).
This is Ron Roenicke's first ejection since August 9, 2013 (Dan Bellino; QOC = Y).
This is Bill Miller's first ejection since September 12, 2013 (Ron Gardenhire; QOC = Y).

Wrap: Milwaukee Brewers vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/16/14
Audio: Roenicke dismisses Miller who throws him from the game (MIL)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-41: David Soucy (S-2)

Instant replay reversed HP Umpire David Soucy's out call in the top of the 2nd inning of the Rockies-Dodgers game. With one out and two on, Rockies batter Jordan Pacheco hit a 0-0 pitch from Dodgers pitcher Hyun-Jim Ryu on the fly to right fielder Yasiel Puig, who threw to catcher A.J. Ellis as Rockies baserunner R3 Matt McBride slid into home plate. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Rockies Manager Walt Weiss, Soucy's ruling that Ellis tagged McBride prior to McBride's touch of home plate was reversed, the call was incorrect. At the time of the instant replay review, the game was tied, 0-0.* The contest ultimately ended in a 3-3 tie, in regulation.

This is David Soucy (-)'s 2nd instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
David Soucy (-) is now 0/2 (0% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.
*Time of replay review refers to the score and situation prior to the action of overturning the original ruling.

This is the 41st instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Rockies Manager Walt Weiss is now 1/3 (33% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 35/41 (85% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Colorado Rockies vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/16/14
Video: Call overturned; Rockies score an early sac fly run as replay reveals Ellis missed tag entirely (LAD)
Vin Scully: "Soucy was in somewhat of an awkward spot and called him...out...So this will be a challenge and I've got to believe Walt Weiss will win it."

MLB Instant Replay Review S-40: Gary Cederstrom (S-1)

Instant replay affirmed 1B Umpire Gary Cedersrom's safe call in the top of the 7th inning of the Tigers-Nationals game. With two out and none on, Tigers batter Ezequiel Carrera hit a 2-2 pitch from Nationals pitcher Xavier Cedeno to left fielder Bryce Harper, who fielded the grounder and threw to first baseman Ryan Zimmerman as Carrera retreated to first base after rounding. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by Nationals Manager Matt Williams, Cederstrom's ruling that Zimmerman did not tag Carrera prior to Carrera's retouch of first base was affirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the game was tied, 1-1. The Tigers ultimately won the contest, 2-1.

This is Gary Cederstrom (38)'s 1st instant replay challenge/review of Spring Training.
Gary Cederstrom (38) is now 1/1 (100% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during Spring Training.

This is the 40th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
Nationals Manager Matt Williams is now 0/2 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 35/40 (88% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Detroit Tigers vs. Washington Nationals (Grapefruit League Spring Training), 3/16/14
Video: Call upheld; Carrera jogs back to first with foot down just ahead of Harper's sneak throw (WAS)

MLB Instant Replay Review S-39: Allen Bailey (S-2)

Instant replay affirmed 2B Umpire Allen Bailey's safe call in the top of the 5th inning of the Dodgers-White Sox game. With one out and two on, Dodgers batter Juan Uribe hit a 1-0 pitch from White Sox pitcher Ronald Belisario to shortstop Alexei Ramirez, who threw to second baseman Marcus Semien as Dodgers baserunner R1 Scott Van Slyke arrived at second base; subsequently, Semien's attempted throw to first base deflected into right field off Van Slyke's helmet, allowing baserunner R2 Justin Turner to score. Upon instant replay review as the result of a challenge by White Sox Manager Robin Ventura, Bailey's ruling that Semien did not receive Ramirez's throw prior to Van Slyke's arrival and occupation of second base was affirmed, the call was correct. At the time of the instant replay review, the game was tied, 2-2. The White Sox ultimately won the contest, 5-4.

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

This is the 39th instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
White Sox Manager Robin Ventura is now 0/1 (0% Success) in Instant Replay Challenges/Appeals this Spring.
Umpires are now 34/39 (87% Accuracy) in Instant Replay Reviews during 2014 MLB Spring Training.

Wrap: Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Chicago White Sox (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/15/14
Video: Call upheld; Uribe reaches and LA scores on fielder's choice error as Ventura loses challenge (LAD)

MLB Ejection S-3: Adam Hamari (S2; Fernando Rodney)

HP Umpire Adam Hamari ejected Mariners P Fernando Rodney for arguing a ball one call in the top of the 5th inning of the Giants-Mariners game. With one out and one on, Rodney threw a 0-1 fastball to Giants batter Tyler Colvin for a called first ball. Replays indicate the pitch was located near the hollow of the knee and over the heart of home plate; the replay remains inconclusive due to the fact that pitch f/x is unavailable for Spring Training games, the call was irrecusable. At the time of the ejection, the game was tied, 5-5. The Giants ultimately won the contest, 13-6.

This is Adam Hamari (78)'s 2nd ejection of Spring Training.
Adam Hamari now has 0 points in the UEFL (0 Previous + 0 AAA + 0 Irrecusable Call = 0).
Crew Chief Dan Bellino now has 0 points in the UEFL's Crew Division (0 Previous + 0 Irrecusable = 0).

This is the 3rd instant replay review of 2014 Spring Training.
This is the 2nd player ejection of 2014 Spring Training.
This is the Mariners' 1st ejection of 2014 ST, T-1st in the AL West (OAK, SEA 1; HOU, LAA, TEX 0).
This is Fernando Rodney's 1st ejection of 2014 ST and first since June 22, 2010 (Bill Welke; QOC = N/A).
This is Adam Hamari's first ejection since March 8, 2014 (Bob Melvin; QOC = U).

Wrap: San Francisco Giants vs. Seattle Mariners (Cactus League Spring Training), 3/15/14
Video: Rodney argues Hamari's ball one call to Colvin, resulting in his removal from the game (SEA)