The strike zone change expected in MLB broadcasts with ABS system’s implementation

Major League Baseball is being extra cautious with the new Automated Ball Strike Challenge System going into effect this ...

An MLB rule change makes Salvador Perez's role even more important to the Royals

MLB players can now challenge balls and strikes. But the Royals are being intentional about who gets to challenge.

Everything You Need to Know About MLB's ABS Challenge System

A detailed primer to help Arizona Diamondbacks fans understand how the Automated Balls and Strike system will work ...

MLB's ABS challenge system ushers in a new ballgame with 'robo umps'

If the pitcher, catcher or batter disagrees with a ball or strike call, they have the right to challenge the umpire, with ...
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Robot umpires are coming to Major League Baseball. Here's how they work

Here's what to know about MLB's robot umps. How does the Automated Ball-Strike System work? Stadiums are outfitted with cameras that track each pitch and judge whether it crossed home plate within the ...
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Baseball Basics: On the Field

Pitcher - A pitcher is the fielder designated to deliver the pitch to the batter. The pitcher shall stand facing the batter, his entire pivot foot on, or in front of and touching and not off the end ...

ABS challenge system is coming to MLB: Here's what you need to know

Starting this season, batters, pitchers and catchers will have the ability to challenge ball and strike calls.