Umps on Mics, 95 Years Ago
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On this date in 1929, umpire Cy Rigler’s ball and strike calls were broadcast to fans on the Polo Grounds’ PA system, 92 1/2 years before the crew chief’s voice was regularly heard in baseball stadiums.
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