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sports3 months ago

MLB to Implement Automated Ball-Strike Challenge System in 2026

Major League Baseball will introduce robot umpires using the Automated Ball-Strike System (ABS) in 2026, which uses Hawk-Eye cameras and 5G technology to improve the accuracy of calls at home plate. The system will be used for challenge reviews rather than replacing human umpires entirely, with players able to challenge calls and the system providing quick, precise decisions. The move aims to enhance fairness and accuracy, with the impact on the game and player reactions yet to be seen.

via The Verge|
#abs#automated-ball-strike-system#baseball-technology
sports1 year ago

MLB to Trial Automated Umpires in 2025, Eyes 2026 Rollout

Major League Baseball plans to test an automated ball-strike challenge system during the 2025 spring training, aiming for potential regular-season use by 2026. The system, which has been trialed in the minors, will allow teams two challenges per game, retaining them if correct. Commissioner Rob Manfred emphasized the importance of feedback from both clubs and players. The implementation is also part of ongoing negotiations with major league umpires, whose contract recently expired.

via The Athletic|
#automated-ball-strike-system#mlb#rob-manfred
sports1 year ago

MLB to Trial Robot Umpires in 2025, Aiming for 2026 Rollout

Major League Baseball plans to test robot umpires at 13 spring training ballparks in 2025, with potential regular-season implementation by 2026. The automated ball-strike system (ABS) has been trialed in minor leagues since 2019, but its adoption in the majors requires agreement with the MLB Umpires Association, whose contract expires in December. Commissioner Rob Manfred emphasized the need for feedback from both clubs and players before proceeding. The ABS system, which has been modified during minor league tests, will be evaluated through a challenge system during spring training.

via NBC Bay Area|
#automated-ball-strike-system#collective-bargaining#mlb
sports1 year ago

"MLB Delays Robot Umpires Amid Technical and Consensus Challenges"

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred announced that robot home plate umpires are unlikely to be implemented by 2025 due to technical issues and slower-than-expected progress in the minor leagues. Players have shown a preference for a challenge system to maintain the importance of catcher framing skills. Additionally, MLB is addressing issues with Nike's new uniforms, planning the 2026 World Baseball Classic, developing a tackier baseball with Rawlings, and strategizing on a broadcast strategy amid the decline in cable television.

via ESPN|
#automated-ball-strike-system#minor-leagues#mlb
sports2 years ago

"Pirates' Ke'Bryan Hayes Demands Robot Umps and Automatic Strike Zone After Controversial Call"

Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes called for the implementation of robot umpires in Major League Baseball after a missed call by plate umpire Bill Miller during a game against the Atlanta Braves. Hayes expressed his frustration on social media, stating that some umpires don't care about accountability. MLB has not responded to Hayes' request.

via ESPN|
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