As a whole, the managers today are different in temperament. Most have very good communication skills and are more understanding of the umpire's job. That doesn't mean they are better managers. It just means that I perceive today's managers a… — Jim Evans Copy Share Image
I had a great first year and Mr. MacDonald was my biggest supporter. He gave me the encouragement I needed that first year to… — Jim Evans Copy Share Image
Anyone interested in becoming a professional umpire and becoming eligible to work in the minor leagues must attend one of the two umpire schools… — Jim Evans Copy Share Image
After one year in the Texas League, the American League bought the rights to my contract. They optioned me back to the Texas League… — Jim Evans Copy Share Image
My dad was a carpenter and I would work with him during the summer and umpire on the nights I wasn't playing. — Jim Evans Copy Share Image
I set very high standards for myself and worked every game with the same energy and enthusiasm as if it were the seventh game… — Jim Evans Copy Share Image
Umpires, like players, are expected to show constant improvement each season and at each level. Inconsistent plate work and the inability to handle situations… — Jim Evans Copy Share Image
Game management is accomplished by staying constantly alert and then reading and reacting to potential problem situations before they materialize. It all boils down… — Jim Evans Copy Share Image
As a youngster, I played in Little League, Pony League, and all sorts of amateur baseball programs growing up. — Jim Evans Copy Share Image
Looking back on those games, I probably hustled out of position as much as I hustled into position since I really never had any… — Jim Evans Copy Share Image
Minor league umpires are evaluated in their respective leagues each year and rated numerically. This enables umpires to know where they stand and helps… — Jim Evans Copy Share Image
Professional managers, coaches, and players have a right to question an umpire's decision if they do it in a professional manner. When they become… — Jim Evans Copy Share Image
The vast majority of people who watch baseball can properly call 95% of all plays that happen on the field. My job is to… — Jim Evans Copy Share Image
