How come the umpire places his hand on the catcher's back?
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"It kind of gives me an idea on if he's moving outside or inside so I know which direction he is going to go."
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could it be that they are just good "friends"?? . I am not really too sure,look what soccer players do when they score a goal.Gives a completely new meaning to "contact sport"!!Which is more exciting cubs vs. sox or yankees vs. mets?
for support so his back doesnt kill!What was the longest home run you ever saw?
The umpires stance is awkward and can throw him off balance easily. Putting a hand on the catcher's back helps the umpire to steady himself.What day in September did the SF Giants clinch the NL West?
so the ump dont look dumb and fall over.What are the best Wrigleyville bars to visit after a Cubs game and why?
To give him a better view of the call, the lower he gets the better chance he has to make the call, he does it to steady himself and to get as low as possible...Best Third Basemen in the game? (including past players)?
Just so the umpire and the catcher know where each other are.More Questions & Answers...