Umpire shortage leads to fewer games

May 23, 2023 at 4:00 a.m.

by Stephi Smith

Dean Linneman works as an umpire for the Jefferson City Department of Parks & Recreation during a game at the 63 Diamond Sports Comples. The catcher's name is Tony Townley. Shaun Zimmerman / News Tribune
Dean Linneman works as an umpire for the Jefferson City Department of Parks & Recreation during a game at the 63 Diamond Sports Comples. The catcher's name is Tony Townley. Shaun Zimmerman / News Tribune


Chris Winters umpired wearing a leg brace May 10.

He had been hit in the knee the night before in a small area unprotected by a shin guard.

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