American League umpire Frank Umont is the first to wear glasses in a regular-season game

On April 24, 1956 — At Municipal Stadium in Kansas City, Frank Umont becomes the first umpire to wear glasses during a regular season game. Although he is heckled by some Philadelphia A’s fans when the home team loses to the Detroit Tigers, 7-4, the former NFL tackle (N.Y. Giants) Umont still presents an intimidating appearance to most players and fans.

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