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D.J. Reyburn

70 – D.J. Reyburn
D.J. Reyburn 2011.jpg
Reyburn in 2011
Born (1976-10-13) October 13, 1976 (age 40)
Grand Rapids, Michigan
MLB debut June 10, 2008
Umpiring crew
19
Crew members
Career highlights and awards

Daniel James "D.J." Reyburn (born October 13, 1976) is a Major League Baseball umpire. He is number 70.

Reyburn was umpiring in the Dominican League in 2009-2010 when he became the center of media attention on January 16. He ejected Licey Tigers catcher Ronny Paulino for arguing balls and strikes, then was attacked by Licey manager José Offerman. Offerman had to be removed by the police and was banned for 3 years from the Dominican League for the assault.

Reyburn has been an umpire in the Midwest League (2002), Florida State League (2003), Eastern League (2004–2005) and Pacific Coast League (2006–2009). He has served as an MLB call-up umpire in 2008 and 2009. He worked the Taiwan qualifier of the 2013 World Baseball Classic in November 2012.


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