How BAD is Angel Hernandez Actually?

How BAD is Angel Hernandez Actually? Meet Angel Hernandez, an MLB umpire whose decisions on the field have stirred up more than just dust on the diamond. Over his 22-year career, Hernandez has become infamous for his contentious calls, drawing the ire of fans and analysts alike. In 2024 alone, his calls have already caused uproar across the nation.
In today's video we look at How BAD is Angel Hernandez Actually? Keep watching to see how we delve into the controversial career of MLB umpire Angel Hernandez, exploring just how bad his officiating truly is. We'll examine various instances where Hernandez's calls have come under fire, including some of the most notorious and widely criticized moments in recent baseball history. We’ll look at how his performance stacks up against other umpires and what has made him a polarizing figure among players and fans alike. Join us as we break down the stats, controversies, and the overall influence Hernandez has on Major League Baseball today.
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[@BassPlyr23]

Ángel retired last night. Best call he ever made.

[@baseballyak]

He got that call right for sure!

[@jamesanthony5681]

I think MLB essentially paid him to go away. But he'll get a nice pension I'm sure.

[@theliamshow0620]

yes

[@Dilley_G45]

Joe West and Hernandez hurt the game a lot

[@carltonfetner6238]

All the managers and teams should get together and refuse to play if angel hernandez is Working the game.

[@baseballyak]

A strike against Angel Hernandez? Totally agree, lol.

[@antr7493]

they would loose millions of dollars. Not going to happen.

[@kelleighohara83]

Fans, too. Don't buy tickets to any game he works. Force the league's hand financially.

[@CoopDogg95]

Agree

[@Gsmooth10455]

It's all a moot point now because he's finally gone.

[@paulready8897]

If I was as bad at my job as Angel Hernandez is at his job, I would have been fired a long time ago.

[@baseballyak]

yes, MLB needs to something different about holding their umps accountable.

[@mbohlinger429]

He just “retired” lol

[@bw-leftturnracing7779]

Dude saw this video and decided it was time to retire

[@baseballyak]

Crazy timing!

[@a2cool4u02]

And he just announced retirement!!!!!😂😂😂 starting Tuesday the 28th!!!

[@baseballyak]

You are on it!

[@georgesouthwick7000]

Angel would have to get a LOT better to be bad.

[@baseballyak]

The bar is super low for him!

[@Richard-sf8mp]

Yes, Angel finally made a great call, Good Riddance!!

[@baseballyak]

He had a good run for over 30 years in the MLB for sure.

[@sandiasjes8785]

His worst Call was in Detroit, when Gallaraga was Pitching a Perfect Game, and that game got messed up because of Angel

[@baseballyak]

That game in particular is called the "28 out game." He still pitched a gem!

[@SeanCoonce]

That was Jim Joyce

[@migueldelmazo5244]

Bad enough to announce his completely not forced upon him retirement mid-season.

[@baseballyak]

The timing was definitely suspect.

[@chadrowland4670]

Angel Hernandez has finally retired from umpiring.

[@baseballyak]

33 years later!

[@JumpingJack6]

Thank GOD he is retiring.... worst thing in baseball period.

[@baseballyak]

Great timing before the AI umps take over...

[@TheManny717]

He’s so bad that he has to retire.

[@baseballyak]

Great move by Angel.

[@zaycation8584]

Laz Diaz is a close second

[@baseballyak]

I'm sure Aaron Boone agrees!

[@dominicanthony9887]

Nah, CB Buckner

[@jaybird8192]

Angel Hernandez's best call: "I'm retiring from umpiring!"

[@baseballyak]

yes, and confirmed about a hour ago. wow

[@ethanrepine8862]

What do you expect from Angel Hernandez?? He is the first legally blind ump in MLB history.

[@baseballyak]

He is helping the AI push for MLB for sure.

[@cpgixxer]

Nobody needs to worry anymore, he retired!

[@baseballyak]

That's a relief!

[@SlipOutdoors]

Well, now we have Bob Davidson

[@mbohlinger429]

Thank the lord he retired

[@baseballyak]

The official "I'm outta here" move!

[@bartmix8994]

If he made 19 incorrect calls per game in 2016, then his accuracy wasn’t 96.88%.

[@baseballyak]

That's a good point to consider when evaluating accuracy.

[@tamonicus]

By my math, that means he got 590 calls right in 2016. That must include flyouts in the outfield.

[@kevinjay5908]

Hernandez just announced his retirement.

[@baseballyak]

yes, great call!

[@SirStanleytheStumbler]

Title update request: How bad WAS Angel Hernandaz actually? 😂

[@baseballyak]

lol, the timing of his pending retirement is impeccable.

[@danny6032]

His three blown calls in a playoff game cost him the World Series that year, and possibly for good.

[@baseballyak]

Totally agree on that take. Don't see him umping any World Series.

[@nightmare348]

It was always amazing to me to see how terrible of a job Angel did, and yet the Umpires Union protected him til the day he retired. If memory serves, Angel sued the MLB multiple times as well because apparently they were racist for not letting him ump playoff or World Series games due to him being Cuban. The Supreme Court ruled that the MLB broke no rules and they weren't racist against Angel, if memory serves.

[@baseballyak]

You are correct. The MLB umpires union is one of the most powerful unions out there. He did sue the MLB as well. There are reports that there was a settlement with him when he retired. Thanks for the comment!

[@jaybird8192]

Laz Diaz, and CB Buckner-- "Hold my beer!"

[@baseballyak]

Appreciate your comment and humor, lol.

[@Capybara4375]

Fun fact: Angel Hernandez called a strike 6.78 inches away from strike zone😮

[@baseballyak]

I almost fell of my chair, lol!

[@Tobingarrison]

I have seen a lot of videos on Angel Hernandez, but the way you represent this video is amazing. It forced me to subscribe to your channel.

[@baseballyak]

Thank you! We really appreciate your support!!

[@georgesouthwick7000]

And, don’t forget C.B. Bucknor!

[@tamonicus]

@8:08, when the narration says Angel's lawsuit was moved to the Southern District of New York, the footage clearly shows the US Archives Building.

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for the feedback. Looking into it and noted!

[@tamonicus]

@@baseballyak Otherwise it was a great video. I knew bits & pieces of Angel's erratic work, but hadn't put it all together they way you had. Thx!

[@jameshagen2848]

And now he is gone!

[@baseballyak]

after decades with MLB, wow...

[@margaretjiantonio939]

Thats 22 years too long. I know where the strike zone is and I'm nearsighted.

[@baseballyak]

maybe MLB should provide glasses to the umps that need them.

[@Lonewolfmike]

It would be funny if they named an award after Angel for the WORST umpire every single year. The show how many calls you've blown and how many miss calls you have made behind the plate.

[@baseballyak]

Haha, love the idea of an award for the worst umpire! Imagine the acceptance speeches! Flip side to that coin, it would also be nice if there were awards like MVP, etc for umpires.

[@drums4metal]

When you can't get a call right even when watching it on replay... That was Angel in a nutshell.

[@baseballyak]

haha for sure. Thanks for watching Drums!

[@NewPatientGroupWrightChat]

Couple things. For an MLB umpire (the best in the world), he was obviously not good. That being said, he is better than any other non professional level umpire or any fan, media and person that criticizes him on here/anywhere else.

[@baseballyak]

Agree with you 100%. Thanks for the comment and good take!

[@zoeledwards6617]

He definitely shouldn’t be named Angel.

[@baseballyak]

lol

[@kman484ify]

I’m glad he’s finally gone he made some crazy calls over the years against my Yankees

[@baseballyak]

My Red Sox too, I feel yah.

[@SYNTHERROR404]

His retirement was announced today, redsock and yankees fans are calling peace to celebrate.

[@baseballyak]

Originally from Boston. 100%!

[@tarmbruster1]

Angel is gone now. Is there any fixing this? Consistently poor performance by an umpire needs to be addressed.

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for the comment! The MLB is testing ABS (Automated Ball Strike) system or essentially AI/robot umps already in the minors. During the 2023 season, they were tests at the AAA level for half its games and human umpires for the other half. AI umpires are talking over MLB sooner rather than later.

[@eltonyancey6426]

After seeing so many missed calls by other umps this year, some of them are running a very close second.

[@baseballyak]

There have been many. No doubt it's a tough job, but AI will assist in the near future.

[@priscillabouffant9515]

He was bad enough that MLB kept him on the job for 33 years.

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for your comment! Who knew being bad at something could be a job security guarantee for 33 years in MLB!

[@darreleddings5901]

Good riddance , You're up next Bucknor

[@baseballyak]

That last Cardinals-White Sox was a crazy blown call by Bucknor!

[@erickatrujillo9183]

If there’s anyone who wants to umpire for a game, they should train and test, and then if they make wrong calls, they are out, if they make good calls, they stay

[@baseballyak]

common sense to me!

[@robertclarke8102]

Angel made ALL of those BAD calls so people would remember him. He'll never make it into the Hall of Fame

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for watching Robert! I agree, as I don't think the Hall of Fame is in his cards, lol. He will forever be infamous in MLB history.

[@shwally56]

They should allow a review of every pitch thrown when he’s behind the plate…this guy should have been fired years ago

[@baseballyak]

only a matter of time before the robot umps come...

[@shertox3865]

Very quality video for a low sub channel. subscribed

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for the sub, and welcome to the fam!

[@Basefilms69]

How do you only have 72 subs I'm you're 73rd sub

[@baseballyak]

Appreciate you and welcome to the Yak Fam! We are just getting started.

[@markwebster3105]

He retired, and the whole of baseball breathed a collective sigh of relief!!!!😅😅😅

[@baseballyak]

No doubt Mark! Thanks for watching and appreciate the comment!

[@alecedgeworth2814]

Made a mistake He was a MLB Umpire since 1992

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for reaching out! He umpired his first game in May of 1991 for the MLB.

[@guybobinette]

I don't know about not playing if hernandez is umping - but i DO know that i would NEVER pay a fine due to being tossed by an umpire that MADE A MISTAKE (and is too proud to admit it). in his case, the ego and arrogance to think your doing your job well fact is absolutely untrue - and the lawsuit by playing the 'race card' is pretty low.....even for that idiot! sadly, hernandez is just one more DEI 'hire' and you can trust me since i umpired for 35 years in 2 of the leagues they mentioned at the beginning~

[@baseballyak]

Thank you for sharing your insights and experience with us!

[@bidenproductions]

Yah without that buffer zone. That strike zone on tv isn’t accurate!

[@baseballyak]

Haha, thanks for watching and for your comment!

[@sandiasjes8785]

I was just mistaken, that was Joyce, I'm very Sorry

[@baseballyak]

No worries, we all have those "oops" moments!

[@3th4nP31ff3r]

This video could’ve been one second long consisting of a black background with centered white text that says, “very.”

[@baseballyak]

lol, good point.

[@johnvandeventer8668]

You can argue on the first one that the way the catcher caught the ball threw Angel off

[@baseballyak]

Totally get it, and some catchers are real good as placing the ball.

[@jerrychimokosky8246]

HE should be FIRED

[@baseballyak]

He retired so close enough, lol.

[@matthew152]

Was he ever investigated for gambling? Because it really seems sus to have that bad of a reputation. I mean he didn't get to the majors with a resume or terrible calls. He had to have been doing something sketchy.

[@baseballyak]

Not that I know of, but IMO he just wasn't good at his job. Wouldn't rule it out though.

[@MonticelloMark]

No need to put "actually" on the end of the title.

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for your feedback and watching my videos!

[@dasparks2004]

Bro. Your inconsistent narration volume is almost as inconsistent as Angel Hernandez's strike zone

[@baseballyak]

Haha,thanks for the feedback Dasparks and for watching the video.

[@KenScofield]

He keeps making rookie mistakes. One would think, as seasoned as he is in the profession, that he’d be showing marked improvement.

[@baseballyak]

Absolutely. Like in any profession, experience should lead to improvement and growth.

[@realtalk2150]

He's number 33 out of 59 on the rankings for accuracy as far as I remember, correct me if I'm wrong, so how about we go after the ones who are actually worse.

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for the comment. For what timeframe are your rankings?

[@MrEddie2042]

This is on commissioners job to rid incompetent idiots if the nfl can do it how about the people in charge getting rid of him

[@baseballyak]

You're right, accountability should be a top priority. The MLBUA is so powerful as well.

[@JonathanAufderheide-ln8pr]

I love how everything on this channel is “How GOOD is __ actually?” and then this is “How BAD?” 😂

[@baseballyak]

haha, thanks for watching Jonathan! We got another surprise "How BAD" vid coming soon so stay tuned.

[@drewizkoollikeicecre]

Hernandez is in fact the worst ump ever, however the play at the plate with Michael Tucker was the right call. The throw beat him to the plate, but Piazza had a hard time getting the ball out and his foot touched before the tag was made. You can see it on the replay.

[@baseballyak]

It's important to review the replay and analyze the play from different angles. Appreciate your perspective on it and your comment.

[@drewizkoollikeicecre]

@@baseballyak I too thought at first he was out and believe me, I hate saying Hernandez was right considering umps like Him are ruining the game, but I remember ESPN showing the replay the next day and also saying the tag wasn’t made until after his toe touched. Of course they didn’t have hidef in those days, but he did miss him. Thanks to you for videos.

[@keddieverbanick9850]

Angel Hernandez, what a ..... surprise. He literally affects the outcome of games. Glad to know we have a diverse group of umpires.

[@baseballyak]

He keeps us on the edge of our seats for sure...

[@jeffreyseay7707]

He chose the profession to ruin baseball

[@baseballyak]

After decades of work in the MLB he is finally retiring...

[@davidmanzi4491]

I read that he reached a deal with Angel. How much did they pay him off to leave? Can't fire them, so...

[@baseballyak]

There are reports of him getting a settlement but not a raw figure so far.

[@rickieparham7993]

He is the worst empire I have ever seen! He’s somebody’s family member in the league!

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for your comment. I know his job was hard, but he def had a good gig all these years

[@gilliganallmighty3]

He is so bad that it is literally a criminal act to allow him to officiate a sport where gambling is legal. He has to be onnthe take.

[@baseballyak]

I'm sure when he umps it affects Vegas line spread of the games.

[@HomeMadeWiffleBall]

“Hired !!” - every little league host

[@baseballyak]

haha, that would be epic.

[@raysolorzano8563]

Angel calling a game as if he is looking through the clouds!

[@baseballyak]

lol Ray!

[@ZachAdams926]

Was this video the reason he retired?

[@baseballyak]

I hope not unless he watches KZbin on his spare time when not at games, lol.

[@RMLK]

I’ve always said while everyone has an imaginary box. He has a rapidly changing shape all dependent on how many flakes of cereal was in his bowl

[@baseballyak]

lol, thanks for watching!

[@atomicorang]

He moved through the ranks like Sherman through Atlanta.

[@baseballyak]

haha, you know your history!

[@kensmith2839]

He will not missed.

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for the comment!

[@coffeeintheface]

Maury Povich’s doppelgänger, lol

[@baseballyak]

Haha, no kidding!

[@lanro42]

You deserve more than 105 subs

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for the comment and your support! We are just getting started and will strive to create the best content. Appreciate you!

[@tjp1451]

Seriously though I mean, if you take every ball he called a strike and every strike he called a ball, they pretty much just balance themselves out right?

[@baseballyak]

Now that's an interesting spin on it TJ, lol. Angel Hernandez was focused on balance. Thanks for watching!

[@voyager202000]

This turkey needs to see an ophthalmologist because he clearly can't see properly with some of the calls he has made! Thankfully he retired and it's the best news MLB could ever receive!

[@baseballyak]

haha, it's tough profession, but there needs to be more accountability in the MLB. Welcome news for sure when he retired!

[@TimothyWarner-q7s]

Worst ump in history of MLB glad they bought him out

[@baseballyak]

Totally agree, Hernandez was something else!

[@MickeyKeys54]

I would love to have seen Earl Weaver going at Angel. … Hernandez wouldn’t have had a chance… LOL

[@baseballyak]

With Weaver's track record, he would most likely be thrown out of the those games at least once, lol.

[@RedPillRebel-zq3wo]

he made $$$ for intentionally missing calls. DUH

[@baseballyak]

He made quite a bit money per year with the MLB alone.

[@takisfuego2588]

They should have a party 🎉 👇

[@baseballyak]

With some Takis!

[@gregdoyle829]

Players rate him poorly? Maybe horrible.

[@baseballyak]

lol,thanks for the comment! Appreciate it

[@dallasmcclain1996]

Angel Hernandez he needs to be fired

[@baseballyak]

He retired but there are some reports about a settlement but not confirmed.

[@jontiveros73]

I seriously doubt anyone whos making these bad comments , can do any better.?....

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for the comment and your support! Appreciate you.

[@MarkPreston-k6h]

California league? Carolina League

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for the comment and catching that!

[@johnmallon8392]

The worst ever!!!!!

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for watching our video!

[@billymichalchuk5484]

When he umps most don’t watch anymore as the game is always rigged it seems bad look MLB. Maybe time to get stationary umps and not humans as bad as this clown

[@baseballyak]

Robot umps are coming especially in the world of AI.

[@GamerEspnLee]

He retired

[@baseballyak]

Yes after many decades. Thanks for the comment!

[@TheCityOfLimonColorado]

This aged well. 😂

[@baseballyak]

for sure!

[@jamessnedeker4799]

I think someone needs to offer Angel Hernandez Islanders or Rangers tickets (any NHL team really). Seemingly nice gift. But early game, maybe after the first period or so, have Angel ejected to the cheers of countless fans. A taste of karma.

[@baseballyak]

You should be a story teller. Such a creative scenario!

[@jamesgem1809]

He actually made a boring game interesting. 😅

[@baseballyak]

Can't deny that, lol.

[@Vanilla-jd1ez]

He saves his "errors" for crucial moments in the game. He definitely is making money off the books from somewhere. Family sports betting with his money or something.

[@baseballyak]

haha, are you saying he's the Tim Donaghy of the MLB?

[@inqwit1]

It's really how blind is AHo

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for the comment! Don't know but stats don't lie.

[@biffmarcum5014]

One day a lot of people are going to owe Angel Hernandez a huge apology. He is NOT the worst umpire in baseball and notice its always the same videos shown to point out his miss calls. You umpire 20 plus years your gonna miss some calls. He is not the best, but not the worst and his reputation as bad only took off when MLB needed his reputation to go sour during his lawsuit. Yet nobody recognizes that. He has never scored as the worst ump, yet he has continued to be called that. Umpiring today is much better than it was before Angel's time in baseball. It continues to get better though fans don't think so, because they are of mistaken belief that the little strike zone box on their tv is always right.

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for the comment! In 2023 alone he had 161 missed calls in 10 games. I would say the rankings vary year by year, but I get it's a tough job. Bucknor, Diaz, and Wendelstedt are giving Hernandez some competition in this category.

[@BrokenPineapple]

Wow he got paid that much money. LOL wow

[@baseballyak]

about $430,000 per year at least! Not bad at all.

[@NunyaDamBusiness69]

Why do I feel like Angel Hernandez could be the next U.S president 🤣. I mean it would only make sense considering he hasn't been fired for being wrong most of the time 😂🤣☠️

[@baseballyak]

Who knows, maybe we'll see Angel Hernandez running for office in the future!

[@philliesphorever1964]

Very bad!

[@baseballyak]

Spot on. Thanks for watching!

[@philiptaylor7835]

No all the umpires 🤬😡

[@baseballyak]

I appreciate you taking the time to comment!

[@peteryoung5147]

Y’all know that white line isn’t always accurate?

[@baseballyak]

Yeah, that white line has a mind of its own, doesn't it? lol

[@Change2168]

I’m happy he’s leaving!!!!!!😂😂😂🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@baseballyak]

So are many MLB fans and players!

[@CoopDogg95]

Agree

[@baseballyak]

Thank you for your support!

[@roadtrip2943]

It's amazing overpaid athletes belief they deserve fairness after all they're special benefits in life

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for the comment! All the professional baseball players worked hard to get to the MLB. I know that the MLB is working on getting robot umpires sooner rather than later to help the integrity of the game.

[@Kirke182]

He be gone!

[@baseballyak]

Thanks for the comment. 31 years later!