Al Barlick

“There are umpires, and there are those who hold the title.”

“I think I earned the players' respect, and that's the ultimate in life, isn't it? I didn't care if they liked me or disliked me, as long as I had their respect.”

“Anyone who votes for McGowan is 100 percent right. He was a great umpire. He belongs in the Hall of Fame.”