C.B. Bucknor Flummoxed Both Red Sox and Reds With Worst Called Game of ABS Era
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- C.B. Bucknor faced heavy criticism during the Red Sox vs. Reds game for multiple bad calls, with eight of his calls being challenged, many of which went against the Red Sox.
- The Reds effectively used their challenges, overturning five strike calls in the sixth and seventh innings, contributing to their 6-5 victory over Boston.
- Bucknor's most controversial call was ejecting Alex Cora after calling Trevor Story out on a questionable checked swing without consulting the first base umpire.
- Reds broadcaster Sam LeCure predicted Bucknor’s contentious umpiring before the game, highlighting concerns about his loose strike zone and its impact on the season.
- Despite the high number of challenges, the game duration remained relatively short at 3 hours and 32 minutes, but Bucknor’s inconsistent strike zone could lead to ongoing scrutiny and highlight reels of poor calls.
