This feature appeared in the Rogue River Press, an Oregon newspaper, in April 2003.
Moving through the ranks
Scott Letendre looking for move to Triple-A umpiring
By Ed M. Odeven
MESA, Ariz. — Like many folks, Scott Letendre visits the Grand Canyon State in March to enjoy the sunny weather and relax.
That’s precisely what he did for a few days recently, playing golf, seeing the sights and hanging out with his parents.
Then it was time to get to work. Mid-March signaled the start of another baseball season for the 27-year-old professional baseball umpire.
Letendre, a graduate of Rogue River High School, is beginning is seventh season as an ump. He just wrapped up a three-week stint working at the spring training home of the Chicago Cubs. Six minor-league umpires were on hand at the Cubs camp, working in their customary three-man crews and getting prepared for the upcoming…
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Ed Odeven Reporting 