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New Umpire Lineup Set for Championship Series Matchups

10/13/2025

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Alfonso Márquez will serve as crew chief for the Toronto Blue Jays–Seattle Mariners League Championship Series.
James Hoye will lead the Milwaukee Brewers–Los Angeles Dodgers National League Championship Series, beginning Monday.
Each series will feature seven umpires, with one off per game.
Notable first-time umpires include Ryan Additon and Ben May.
Replay umpires Alex MacKay, Bill Miller, and David Rackley will oversee decisions from MLB's New York office.

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Story summary

Alfonso Márquez will serve as crew chief for the Toronto Blue Jays–Seattle Mariners League Championship Series.
James Hoye will lead the Milwaukee Brewers–Los Angeles Dodgers National League Championship Series, beginning Monday.
Each series will feature seven umpires, with one off per game.
Notable first-time umpires include Ryan Additon and Ben May.
Replay umpires Alex MacKay, Bill Miller, and David Rackley will oversee decisions from MLB's New York office.