The World Series is the biggest stage for MLB players. It's also the biggest stage for the umpires.
At the end of the MLB season, umpires are called on to cover the World Series based on how well they've performed during the season. The best umpires from the year are chosen for the most high profile games of the calendar.
Of course, that won't stop fans from complaining that umpires are missing calls or doing something wrong. But don't worry, the umpires are getting more than just a pat on the back for calling the World Series. They also get a major paycheck.
How much do umpires make for working the World Series? Here's a look.
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How much do MLB umpires get paid for the World Series?
There is no official number listed for how much MLB umpires are paid for working the World Series. But that doesn't mean it's completely unknown.
John C. Skipper wrote in his 2010 book, "Umpires: Classic Baseball Stories from the Men Who Made the Calls" that umpires who work the World Series get an extra $20,000, plus expenses. Umpires that work the earlier rounds of the playoffs make $17,500 plus expenses.
That $20,000 comes out to about $5,000 per game if the series is a clean sweep and roughly $2,857.14 per game if the series lasts seven games. Not too shabby for a day's work.
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Who are the 2022 World Series umpires?
Here's a look at the umpires for the 2022 World Series between the Astros and Phillies.
| Umpire | Home plate duty | Total World Series umpired |
|---|---|---|
| James Hoye | Game 1 | 2 |
| Pat Hoberg | Game 2 | 1 |
| Dan Iassogna | Game 3 | 3 |
| Tripp Gibson | Game 4 | 1 |
| Jordan Baker | Game 5 | 1 |
| Lance Barksdale | Game 6 | 2 |
| Alan Porter | Game 7 | 2 |
How much do MLB umpires make in the regular season?
That extra money from the World Series is certainly a nice bonus, but MLB umpires make plenty during the regular season.
According to Career Trend, MLB umpires will make between $150,000 and $450,000. The pay rates are based on experience.
For those trying to figure out the most in a year, umpires could make up to $522,500 if they call three playoff series (at $17,500 per series) and then add the extra $20,000 on top of being a senior umpire.
