Jen Pawol made history as the first female umpire to officiate a regular-season Major League Baseball game during a split doubleheader between the Atlanta Braves and Miami Marlins. Her debut took place as the first base umpire, where she oversaw initial plays without needing to make any calls. Pawol checked the pitcher’s hands for foreign substances afterward, receiving warm greetings from players. She expressed strong emotions regarding her debut and is set to officiate behind the plate in the series’ final game.
Jen Pawol has made history as the first female umpire to work a regular-season game in the major leagues, debuting as the first base umpire for the Atlanta Braves and Miami Marlins.
Pawol's debut was greeted with anticipation as photographers gathered and she received warm greetings from players and coaches, emphasizing the significance of her achievement.
In her first inning, Pawol maintained a low-profile overseeing the game's initial plays and later checked a pitcher's hands for foreign substances, performing her duties without major calls.
Feeling emotional about her debut, Pawol expressed that being notified of her selection was a culmination of hard work, stating that she felt "super full" and ready.
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