Tony Randazzo
| 11 – Tony Randazzo | ||
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| Randazzo in 2012 | ||
| Born: January 11, 1965 Chicago, Illinois | ||
| MLB debut | ||
| 1999 | ||
| Umpiring crew | ||
| C | ||
| Crew members | ||
| Brian Gorman (crew chief) | ||
| Larry Vanover | ||
| Tony Randazzo | ||
| Manny Gonzalez | ||
| Career highlights and awards | ||
| 2001 Major League Baseball All-Star Game, 2012 Major League Baseball All-Star Game, 2010 American League Championship Series, 5 Division Series | ||
Anthony John "Tony" Randazzo (born January 11, 1965) is an umpire in Major League Baseball. After working in the National League in 1999, he has umpired in both Major Leagues since 2000.[1]
College baseball
Randazzo was a junior college catcher before injuries ended his playing career. Randazzo left college and attended the Harry Wendelstedt Umpire School shortly thereafter.[2]
Umpiring career
Randazzo officiated in the 2001 Major League Baseball All-Star Game. He also umpired in the 2010 American League Championship Series and the Division Series in 2004, 2006, 2009, 2011, 2013.[1] Randazzo has been named to the umpiring crew for the 2012 All-Star Game.[3]
On July 30, 2012, Randazzo was hit in the hip after a line drive by Jesus Montero. Randazzo wasn't seriously injured and stayed in the game.
Personal
Randazzo is married and has three children. He is a graduate of Lake Park High School, and attended Iowa Western Community College.[4]
Randazzo's father George is Founder and Chairman of the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame. His brother Marc is a Florida restaurant owner and former World Boxing Council Continental Cruiserweight Champion.[5]
See also
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Tony Randazzo". Retrosheet.org. Retrosheet. Retrieved 3 May 2012.
- ↑ Mayer, Larry (June 23, 1992). "Umpiring is No Minor Calling". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved June 24, 2012.
- ↑ Gerry Davis named home plate ump ESPN.com. Retrieved 3 July 2012
- ↑ "Tony Randazzo – 11". Mlb.com. MLB Advanced Media, L.P. Retrieved 3 May 2012.
- ↑ "Bio: George Randazzo". Festa Italiana Seattle. Retrieved June 24, 2012.