Al Barlick
| Birthdate | 4/2/1915 |
| Death Date | 12/27/1995 |
| Debut Year | 1940 |
| Year of Induction | 1989 |
| Teams | MLB, National League |
| Position | Umpire |
One of ten umpires in the Hall of Fame Al Barlick officiated seven World Series and seven All Star games over the course of his 28-year career.
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Al Barlick writes about his HoF induction
Al Barlick writes about his HoF induction
Known for his strong voice and booming strike calls, al Barlick umpired National League games for 28 years. An official for seven World Series and seven All Star games, Balick was inducted into the Hall in 1989. In this handwritten letter Barlick recounts some of the highlights of his induction. “Honored to be voted into the Hall by the Veterans Committee who consist largely of my peers and not a bunch of bias sports writers,” he writes. With additional content of interest in the middle of the letter, Barlick closes with this, “I am very proud of the fact that I came from the coal mines of Illinois and wound up in Cooperstown.”
Al Barlick signs on to use Longines wristwatches for two seasons while umpiring
Al Barlick signs on to use Longines wristwatches for two seasons while umpiring
In an interesting turn of events, Al Barlick agrees “to use Longines watches exclusively for the official timing of all Major League Baseball games in which I participate during the seasons of 1956 and 1957.” The contract seems curious as there is little use for a wristwatch in a game that does not employ a clock. Barlick signs his full signature, “Albert Barlick”.
Al Barlick handwritten note
Al Barlick handwritten note
Al Barlick offers the answer to an unknown question posed by a fan by writing, “Former National League umpire Lee Ballanfant”. Additionally Barlick lets his thoughts known on the subject of accepting money for autographs, “I was not and never was money hungry. If I cashed your check I wouldn’t be able to face a mirror.”
Al Barlick personal check
Personal checks offer a solid way for collectors to get reliably authentic autographs. This one is dated November 11, 1985 and drawn on the account of Mr. or Mrs. “Al” Barlick. The Hall of Fame umpire has signed the bottom putting quotes around his first name.
Al Barlick personal check
Personal checks offer a solid way for collectors to get reliably authentic autographs. This one is dated November 11, 1985 and drawn on the account of Mr. or Mrs. “Al” Barlick. The Hall of Fame umpire has signed the bottom putting quotes around his first name.
