How is a MLB player's height measured?

[amberajax]

Do they round up or down?

Are cleats worn at the time, like they do with NBA players (shoes in their case)?

[IK720]

Re: How is a MLB player's height measured?

From their feet to the top of their head

In all seriousness I don't believe there is an exact science. There are always players listed at a certain height or weight and you know its wrong, and sometimes you'll hear announcers mention it. "Player X is listed at 5'10'', but I think they might have squeezed an inch in for him."

[Bobhead]

Re: How is a MLB player's height measured?

Most people prefer to use measuring tape.

[Bunselpower32]

Re: How is a MLB player's height measured?

I can't imagine they count cleats, they cut into the ground.