The Part-time Ump Who Couldn’t Save Pittsburgh

Last night, I cussed out at an umpire for the first time in 2-3 years. I never yell at umpires. It’s not something I like to do.  It’s not something I encourage.  I’m not exactly proud of the things I yelled at my computer screen at my moment or disgust.  I’m very thankful my office windows were closed… All those things said… Boy did it ever feel great! Situation Top 8.: Pittsburgh leads 1-0 . Colorado has Seth Smith on third, Dexter Fowler on first, nobody out. Troy Tulowitzki pops a fly into shallow left center that is caught by Njyer Morgan. Seth Smith tags and scores from third. Pittsburgh appeals the tag up. Part-time umpire Scott Barry (home plate) calls Smith out. Ball in glove. Seth Smith still in...