Umpire Bill Klem talks about umpiring

Umpire Bill Klem talks about umpiring

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The transcript discusses the evolution of umpires in baseball, highlighting how they have improved in understanding the game due to higher standards. It contrasts the old selection criteria, which included fighting ability, with the current focus on knowledge. The speaker asserts their accuracy in making calls, challenging anyone to prove otherwise, and shares their extensive experience in World Series games.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How have umpires improved in their roles over time?

By studying the game more thoroughly

By being more physically fit

By using advanced technology

By having more experience in playing baseball

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a key factor in selecting umpires in the past?

Their popularity among players

Their knowledge of baseball rules

Their ability to handle media

Their fighting ability

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker challenge others to prove?

That they have missed a game

That they have been biased towards a team

That they have made a wrong decision on a foul or fair ball

That they have never played baseball

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many World Series has the speaker worked in?

25

15

10

20

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker challenge the 30 ballclubs to prove?

That they have won a World Series

That they have better umpires

That the speaker has ever missed a decision

That they have more experienced players