Max Scherzer’s Rehab Start and Push for Umpire Relegation System in Baseball
Max Scherzer completes rehab start, advocates for umpire relegation system.
By the Numbers- Scherzer threw 52 pitches in 2 1/3 innings, allowing three runs on five hits.
- He aims to reach 100 pitches, targeting 65-70 in the next start before potentially rejoining the Rangers.
Considerations about the actual effectiveness of relegation among MLB and Triple-A umpires.
State of Play- Umpires are consistently evaluated, with performances compared against automated strike zones and reviewed throughout the season.
- Discussion ongoing on whether the bottom 10% of MLB umpires are truly inferior to the top 10% of Triple-A umpires.
Potential implications and debates on implementing a relegation system for MLB umpires.
Bottom LineMax Scherzer's call for an umpire relegation system sparks a significant conversation on umpiring standards and potential improvements in the MLB.
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