Harry Schwarts

Harry Clark Schwarts (born Harry Schwerdtjeyer, August 10, 1918 - February 22, 1963) was a professional baseball umpire who worked in the American League from 1960 to 1962. Schwarts umpired 338 major league games in his three-year career. He also umpired in the 1962 Major League Baseball All-Star Game[1] That 1962 season, Schwarts was home plate umpire for two no-hitters: Bo Belinsky's on May 5 [2] and Earl Wilson's on June 26.[3] He is one of a handful of umpires to call balls and strikes for two no-hitters in one season.

Harry Schwarts
Born
Harry Schwerdtjeyer

(1918-08-10)August 10, 1918
DiedFebruary 22, 1963(1963-02-22) (aged 44)
Resting placeSunset Memorial Park, North Olmsted, Ohio
OccupationUmpire
Years active1960-1962
EmployerAmerican League

Schwarts died on February 22, 1963, before the 1963 season began. His death allowed the American League to call up 28-year old Bill Haller, who would go on to work four World Series in 20 seasons.

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