1928 – The National League buys George Magerkurth from the Pacific Coast League for $2,000. This is the highest price paid for a new umpire.

On November 28, 1928 — 1928 – The National League buys George Magerkurth from the Pacific Coast League for $2,000. This is the highest price paid for a new umpire.


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