Three of Major League Baseball's lowest-rated umpires – Laz Diaz, CB Bucknor, and Brian O'Nora – have accepted buyouts and will retire at the conclusion of the 2024 season. These three officials have consistently ranked among the worst-rated umpires this season, according to available data.
Their departures mark the end of careers for some of the most scrutinized figures on the field. The decision for these umpires to retire comes after a season where their performance has been a subject of discussion among fans and analysts.