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Jen Pawol Completes Barrier-Breaking MLB Umpiring Debut

Saturday’s duties at first through third base preceded her home-plate debut in Sunday’s finale, showcasing poise under unprecedented scrutiny

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Jen Pawol lució sonriente durante su debut en el primer juego de la doble cartelera entre Bravos de Atlanta y Marlins de Miami. (Foto: Capturas de pantalla)
La árbitra de home, Jen Pawol, canta un strike durante la primera entrada de un juego de béisbol entre los Marlins de Miami y los Bravos de Atlanta, el domingo 10 de agosto de 2025, en Atlanta. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)

Overview

  • Jen Pawol officiated first base in Game 1 and third base in Game 2 of Saturday’s Braves–Marlins doubleheader before calling balls and strikes behind the plate in Sunday’s series finale.
  • Miami manager Clayton McCullough and Braves manager Brian Snitker praised her composure and accuracy on close plays.
  • Braves pitcher Joey Wentz commended her consistent strike-zone management after earning the win in Sunday’s 7-1 victory.
  • The umpire cap she wore during her debut will be donated to the National Baseball Hall of Fame to commemorate the milestone.
  • A veteran of the minor leagues since 2016, including a Triple-A championship game and multiple spring trainings, Pawol now awaits further MLB assignments.