sadler850

What MLB rule specifically addresses what the pitcher can and cannot wear while pitching? The question of armbands, compression sleeves, batting gloves, and rubber bracelets on the pitcher came up today and I cannot find anything in the MLB rule book that prohibits it. I am familiar with NFHS /FED rules that state a pitcher may not wear anything on the arms that is distracting, but many of the leagues we officiate for use MLB rules. Thanks in advance!

This is great Info. Thank you all so much. MidAmUmp, you are right, Dread getting behind the plate right now and it is frustrating because I have always prided myself on being a great plate umpire. Just a self-created slump right now, but one that I can get out of with the info you all have given.

That's great "back to basics" info for me! Thank you. I have found myself being apprehensive behind the plate recently (as mentioned, having a "Thing"). I will get planted, watch the pitch all the way in, and slow down a bit. Thinking back, I took a couple of hard shots to the head and arm last year and am thinking I may have gotten a bit jumpy.

Question for the group.... I have been umpiring youth-adult baseball for 15 years. In the last few months (final part of season last year and beginning of this year), I have become very inconsistent with my zone, as well as missing obvious pitches. I am not sure what is going on, but it is causing me a lot of trouble with coaches. I live in the Pittsburgh area and am wondering if anyone knows of a computer -aided school/clinic that shows where the pitch is versus where I am seeing it. I don't mind traveling to it either. I have tried adjusting my stance, height, positioning, etc. with no success. At this point, I feel like I need someone else to see what I am doing wrong. Also, any other feedback or questions are welcomed. I want to fix this asap! Thanks!