Umpire Declines To Shake Manager Marmol's Hand

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Published on February 27 2023 5:44 am
Last Updated on February 27 2023 5:44 am

Umpire C.B. Bucknor declined to shake St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol's hand before an exhibition game on Saturday, according to Marmol, and Major League Baseball is looking into that exchange.

Marmol was upset by Bucknor's response. After the game, Marmol said, “I don't think he's good at his job, and it just shows a lack of class as a man.”
An MLB spokesperson said, “We are aware of Mr. Marmol's comments, and the matter is under review.”

 

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