Baseball Quote by Jim Evans
“Minor league umpires are evaluated in their respective leagues each year and rated numerically. This enables umpires to know where they stand and helps them make prudent career decisions.”
About This Quote
Source Report: Minor League Umpire Evaluation System, 2020
Umpires receive yearly numeric ratings within their leagues, giving them clear feedback to guide career choices.
In simple terms: Umpires get scores to improve careers.
Use ratings to set development goals.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- season reviews
- coaching sessions
- career planning
- contract negotiations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What additional feedback would improve the system?
- How can umpires act on numeric scores?
Ratings may not capture all aspects of skill, leading to oversimplified decisions.