Ump Behind Infamous Mets–Max Scherzer Ejection Calls It a Career

Ump behind infamous Mets–Max Scherzer ejection calls it a career

MLB announced the retirement of umpire Phil Cuzzi, known by Mets fans for his controversial 2023 ejection of former ace Max Scherzer.

Veteran MLB umpire retires after having 'worst performance ever'

Aug 7, 2022; Oakland, California, USA; Third base umpire Phil Cuzzi (10) gestures during the first inning of the game between the Oakland Athletics and the San Francisco Giants at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports A couple of veteran MLB umpires have decided to hang up the mask and chest protector. Umpires Phil Cuzzi and Mark Carlson announced their retirements on Friday. Cuzzi, 70, had worked in MLB since…