Major League Baseball announces the veteran umpire crews and crew chiefs for the upcoming 2026 ALCS and NLCS postseason matchups.
Major League Baseball officially announced the umpire crews for the 2026 American League and National League Championship Series on Sunday. The high-stakes postseason assignments will feature some of the most experienced officials in the sport as the remaining teams battle for a World Series berth.
Veteran umpire Bill Miller will serve as the crew chief for the American League Championship Series between the Cleveland Guardians and Tampa Bay Rays. Meanwhile, Mark Wegner will lead the National League Championship Series crew for the matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Milwaukee Brewers.
The announcement outlines a rigorous schedule of games taking place across St. Petersburg and Milwaukee, according to information published by bleache.
Bill Miller leads ALCS crew in Cleveland and Tampa Bay
The 59-year-old Miller is set to umpire the 10th League Championship Series of his illustrious career, which ties him for the third-most in Major League Baseball history. His impressive resume includes 126 career playoff games umpired, placing him second among active umpires.
Miller will be joined on the field by a talented team of officials, including Jordan Baker, Nestor Ceja, Chad Fairchild, Adam Hamari, Mark Ripperger and Carlos Torres for the series between the Guardians and the Rays.
Mark Wegner oversees Dodgers and Brewers NLCS matchup
On the National League side, 54-year-old Wegner is preparing to work his sixth League Championship Series. His selection follows his important role serving as the crew chief during last year's World Series.
Wegner's officiating crew features Ryan Additon, Edwin Moscoso, Alan Porter, David Rackley, Chris Segal and John Tumpane as they manage the fierce competition between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Milwaukee Brewers.
Opening game home plate assignments for postseason action
The intensity begins immediately with crucial game one assignments announced for both series. Game 1 of the National League Championship Series on Sunday night in Milwaukee will feature Edwin Moscoso behind the plate.
For the American League matchup, Nestor Ceja will take charge as the home plate umpire for Game 1 of the American League Championship Series on Monday night in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the crew chief for the 2026 ALCS?
Bill Miller serves as the crew chief for the 2026 American League Championship Series between the Cleveland Guardians and Tampa Bay Rays.
Who is leading the NLCS umpiring crew?
Mark Wegner is the crew chief for the National League Championship Series featuring the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Milwaukee Brewers.
Who will umpire Game 1 of the NLCS?
Edwin Moscoso will be behind the plate as the home plate umpire for Game 1 of the NLCS on Sunday night in Milwaukee.
