after the game, I'll have to admit that Buckner didn't completely fvck up the game. some bad calls early, but for the most part the players got to decide the game despite his efforts
Cb bucknor
C. B. Bucknor is a Jamaican umpire in Major League Baseball (MLB) who has worked in both major leagues since 2000. He has been recognized as one of the worst umpires in MLB, with Sports Illustrated surveys of active major league players voting him as the worst umpire in MLB in 2003 and 2006. In a 2010 ESPN survey of 100 active players, Bucknor was again named the worst umpire in MLB.
Bucknor has been the subject of criticism for his performance, with several instances of missed calls and controversial decisions. For example, in a game between the Cardinals and Reds, he missed a season-high 28 calls. Another instance involved a missed strikeout call in the eighth inning of a Dodgers-Mariners game, which led to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expressing his dissatisfaction.
Recent reports indicate that Bucknor's performance has continued to draw criticism. A post on Reddit mentioned that he had another dreadful game behind the plate, with users discussing his poor accuracy and the impact of his calls on the game. Additionally, there have been discussions about the need for MLB to address the issue of poor umpiring, with some suggesting that automated ball/strike calls might be necessary.
Despite the criticism, Bucknor has had some notable moments in his career, including being the home plate umpire for Lucas Giolito’s no-hitter in 2020. However, his overall performance has been a point of contention among players, coaches, and fans.