{"id":22019,"date":"2025-02-20T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-20T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=22019"},"modified":"2025-02-20T10:33:06","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20T09:33:06","slug":"spring-training-to-test-automated-strike-zone-challenges-as-mlb-moves-closer-to-robo-umps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/spring-training-to-test-automated-strike-zone-challenges-as-mlb-moves-closer-to-robo-umps\/","title":{"rendered":"Spring training to test automated strike zone challenges as MLB moves closer to robo-umps"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>For years, frustration has boiled over among pitchers, catchers, batters, and managers regarding inconsistent ball and strike calls. Now, Major League Baseball <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/mlb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>(MLB)<\/a> is taking a significant step toward a solution. The automated ball-strike (ABS) challenge system is set to debut in 2025 spring training, spanning 13 spring stadiums and covering more than 60% of Cactus and Grapefruit League games.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Phillip Wellman blows up\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ggy6WGUFaYs?feature=oembed&amp;enablejsapi=1&amp;origin=https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure><p>This marks the first time the ABS system will be used at the big-league level, potentially paving the way for a historic shift in the game.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the ABS challenge system?<\/h2><p>The ABS challenge system serves as a middle ground between fully automated strike zones and traditional umpiring, adding a strategic element to the mix. Unlike a full ABS system, where all balls and strikes are called by a computer, this challenge-based approach keeps the home-plate umpire in charge while allowing players to challenge questionable calls. If a player believes the umpire has made an incorrect call, they can request a review, and the technology will instantly confirm or overturn the decision.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why a challenge system instead of a full ABS?<\/h2><p>All in all, the reasoning is simple: Fans and players still value the human element in umpiring, where an umpire&rsquo;s feel for the game plays a role.<\/p><p><strong>ALSO READ: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/the-freak-salad-accident-that-derailed-dustin-mays-2024-season\/\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>The freak salad accident that derailed Dustin May&rsquo;s 2024 season<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p>In fully automated ABS games, walks could became more common, leading to longer game times &ndash; essentially undoing the pace-of-play improvements brought by the pitch clock. Another major factor is pitch framing, a skill that catchers have honed for decades and with full ABS, pitch framing would become obsolete.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key rules for ABS challenges in spring training<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Each team will be allowed <strong>two challenges per game<\/strong> and will retain successful challenges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only the <strong>batter, catcher, or pitcher<\/strong> can initiate a challenge, which must happen immediately after the umpire&rsquo;s call.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Luis Gil did not like Aaron Boone&rsquo;s call, so he challenged it. Here&rsquo;s what ABS looks like <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/nbw2QAYjVt\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>pic.twitter.com\/nbw2QAYjVt<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Chris Kirschner (@ChrisKirschner) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ChrisKirschner\/status\/1892268966665417108?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>February 19, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To initiate a challenge, the player must <strong>tap their hat or helmet<\/strong> right away.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>results of the challenge will be displayed<\/strong> on scoreboards and TV broadcasts, providing transparency on overturned or upheld calls.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"mm-layout mm-layout-type-post 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