Challenging umps' ball-strike calls is here, and managers support it

Ready or not, challenging balls and strikes is here for the 2026 Major League Baseball season. Here's how managers are feeling about the change.

Robots are coming to assist MLB umpires. Even so, the human touch still matters

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — For those worried robots are about to take over Major League Baseball, Colorado Rockies manager ...
Opinion

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

MLB is introducing a new balls-strikes challenge system for 2026.
Arizona Sports

Robot umps incoming: What to expect, how Diamondbacks are approaching it

Diamondbacks players have the opportunity to challenge balls and strikes in spring training again, only this time, they will do so preparing for Opening Day.
Major League Baseball

Nats get a change of scenery with workout at fully equipped stadium

The Nationals don’t play their first Grapefruit League game until Feb. 21. But on Friday afternoon, they were already taking live batting practice in the stadium of CACTI Ballpark of the Palm Beaches.