Jen Pawol is set to make MLB history by being the first woman to serve as an umpire during a regular season game in the series between the Miami Marlins and Atlanta Braves. Pawol will officiate three games, including the entire doubleheader on Saturday and the game on Sunday. Her journey in MLB began in 2016, leading her through various levels of Minor League baseball. This milestone follows Kim Ng's historic appointment as the first female general manager in MLB and major North American sports history.
Jen Pawol is making MLB history by becoming the first woman to serve as an umpire in a regular season game, officiating three games in the Marlins-Braves series.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts recognizes the significance of Pawol's accomplishment, highlighting the Marlins' role in historic moments for MLB, notably with Kim Ng's hiring as general manager.
Pawol's journey in MLB started in 2016 after completing her training at the Minor League Baseball Umpire Training Academy, leading her to umpire across various levels of the Minor League system.
Pawol's advancement in the league marks a notable milestone, as she became the first female to umpire in Triple-A in 34 years, representing a significant change in the sport.
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