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Billy Bean, a trailblazing figure in Major League Baseball (MLB) and an outspoken advocate for LGBTQ+ inclusion, passed away on August 6, 2024, at the age of 60 after a valiant battle with acute myeloid leukemia. His death marked the end of a life dedicated to breaking down barriers and fostering inclusivity in a sport long known for its traditionalism. Born on May 11, 1964, in Santa Ana, California, Billy Bean grew up in a family that valued sports and competition. From an early age, he exhibited exceptional athletic talent, particularly in baseball. His prowess on the field earned him a ...

Dale Scott's career as a professional baseball umpire spanned nearly forty years, including thirty-three in the Major Leagues, from 1985 to 2017. He worked exactly a thousand games behind the plate, calling balls and strikes at the pinnacle of his profession, working in every Major League Baseball stadium, and interacting with dozens of other top-flight umpires, colorful managers, and hundreds of players. What makes Scott's book truly different is his unique perspective as the only umpire in the history of professional baseball to come out as gay during his career.