Rick Reed (umpire)
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 Reed in 2007. |
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| Born | March 3, 1950 |
| Occupation | Former MLB umpire |
| Height | 6' 0" inches |
| Weight | 207lb. |
Rick Alan Reed (born March 3, 1950 in Detroit, Michigan) is a former umpire in Major League Baseball. He joined the American League staff in 1983, and worked throughout both major leagues from 2000 to 2009. He was named a crew chief in 1999. Reed wore uniform number 23.
His professional umpiring career began in the Appalachian League in 1973. Reed earned a B.A. in business administration from Eastern Michigan University while umpiring in the Appalachian League. He advanced through the minors to the International League for the 1978 season. He earned a spot on the AL staff in 1983.
He has worked in 7 postseasons, including the 1991 World Series; the American League Championship Series in 1989, 1995, and 1999 (serving as crew chief); and the Division Series in 1997, 2000, and 2001. He worked the All-Star Game in 1986 and 1998. He became a crew chief in 1999.
Reed is a part-time actor in the offseason, including an appearance as the umpire in For Love of the Game starring Kevin Costner.
