MLB Umpire Leaves Game After Enduring Unluckiest Inning Ever
Summary
Alfonso Marquez, a veteran MLB umpire, was hit twice in the face by foul balls during a game on May 18, forcing him to leave. His mask protected him, but the hits showed how dangerous foul balls can be for umpires.Key Facts
- Alfonso Marquez is the first Mexican-born MLB umpire and the first Latin American crew chief.
- On May 18, he was struck twice in the face mask by foul balls in the second inning of a game between the Miami Marlins and Atlanta Braves.
- The second hit, a foul ball to the forehead, made Marquez leave the game.
- After he left, first base umpire Mike Estabrook took over home plate duties.
- Marquez has worked five World Series and two All-Star Games since joining MLB in 1999.
- He is also a member of the Mexican Baseball Hall of Fame since 2001.
- Umpire injuries have gained attention recently after a Japanese umpire was seriously injured by a bat.
- Marquez’s incident highlights the risks umpires face from fast-moving balls despite protective gear.
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