The controversial umpire known for inexplicably wide strike zones and impossibly bad calls had a knack for drawing the wrath of fans, players, the press and broadcasters alike.
Pitchers have pushed themselves and their arms to fit in his strike zone, otherwise a mistake could cause them more runs than usual, and batters have pleaded their case to him on multiple occasions.
Longtime umpire Hernandez, who unsuccessfully sued Major League Baseball for racial discrimination, is retiring immediately, announced Monday, May 27, 2024.
The Cuban-American umpire, 62, concludes his career after over three decades of experience on the job, and is the first to decide to step back from his role.
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