MLB umpire caught cursing on camera during the Red Sox- Twins match

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 3, 2025, 17:30 IST

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During a Red Sox vs. Twins game, umpire Bill Miller mistakenly called a runner safe, which was overturned upon review. Frustrated with his error, Miller's explicit self-criticism was caught on a live mic, sparking varied reactions online. While some fans initially booed, many appreciated his accountability, contrasting it with instances of umpires showing no remorse for incorrect calls.

MLB umpire caught cursing on camera during the Red Sox- Twins match (Image Source: Getty)

The Boston Red Sox vs Minnesota Twins game was thrilling, but what took the cake was umpire Bill Miller’s reaction to giving a wrong call. While some call it refreshing to see an umpire taking accountability for their mistake, others find it hilarious. What happened in the field that made Miller react like this? We have the details here.

Bill Miller dropping the F-word in the middle of the game

In the 8th inning of the match, the Boston Red Sox hitter, Jalen Duren, tried to score when Rafael Devers was going for a single from the center. However, when Duren was about to reach home, the Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers tagged him just before the hitter reached the plate.
What was definitely an out, was called as safe by home plate umpire Bill Miller. However, a review was taken, which clearly showed Duren as out. While the news traveled fast in the Fenway Park, fans started booing him.
Amidst all this chaos, Miller forgot to switch off his mic, and his self-criticizing words were caught on Live.

“F***k! F***k saw that too. God dammit!”

It was clear that Miller was frustrated about making a wrong call. Though the Sox won the game, Miller’s reaction was talked about all over social media.

Fans reacting to Bill Miller’s self-criticism

While there are umpires who proceed to make multiple wrong calls without any ounce of guilt, there’s Bill Miller who is criticizing himself for making a simple wrong call. Though the fans in the stadium booed him at first, the ones on social media appreciated Miller for being self aware.
One fan went on to say, “That's actually encouraging,” stating that how Miller’s self-awareness is actually rare and inspiring.

Another fan went on to defend Miller by saying, “Hey at least he cares. major respect”

There have been multiple cases where umpires have made continuous wrong calls leading to players’ showing their frustration on the field.

One such incident would be when Kyle Schwarber lost his cool due to umpire Angel Hernandez making wrong calls during the match between the Phillies and Brewers. During such instances, seeing Miller’s reaction is refreshing for sure.
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