He recounts anecdotes of his career such as taking an umpire to dinner after he was ejected from a game . . .
Maybe it's just me, but this seems like a clear violation of Major League Baseball's code of ethics for umpires. They are specifically told not to fraternize with any of the players, and I believe this applies both on and off the field.
9 posted on 01/08/2004 3:25:05 PM PST by Alberta's Child
(Alberta -- the TRUE North strong and free.)