MLB, ABS and Spring Training

What is ABS? MLB begins spring training test of automated ball-strike challenge system
Starting Thursday at Camelback Ranch, where the Dodgers and Cubs will open Cactus League play, the ABS challenge system will begin being implemented.
Yankees make SHOCKING announcements, MLB tries out the ABS in Spring Training | Baseball Bar-B-Cast
Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube The New York Yankees made two shocking announcements that sent headlines throughout sports, and neither involved acquiring a player or firing someone.
MLB to Use ABS Challenge System in Spring Training; Strike Zone Explained in Photos
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MLB’s ABS System Draws Early Praise in Spring Training
Major League Baseball had a successful test run debut of its Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system Friday at Salt River Fields, the spring training home shared by the Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies.
MLB Using Robot Umpires: What To Know About ABS Challenge System
Major League Baseball has introduced several new rules in recent seasons, but perhaps the most significant one is being tested during Spring Training this year.
How MLB's ABS challenge system works in 2025 spring training, featuring Jahmai Jones
Detroit Tigers player Jahami Jones wins a challenge using the ABS system in spring training against New York Yankees on Feb. 23, 2025, in Tampa, Fla.
Robot umps are here: What MLB players need to know to navigate ABS this spring
Here is what every big leaguer needs to know about ABS, according to players and managers who have experience with it in the minor leagues.
What is ABS? Explaining MLB spring training challenge system
MLB will be testing an automatic balls and strikes challenge system this spring training. Here's how it works.
Mariners still adjusting to ABS challenge system at spring training
Dan Wilson is, so far, intrigued by the idea of the new automatic balls and strikes (ABS) challenge system. His players, so far, are still figuring it out.
MLB testing robot umpires in spring training: How will they work?
Major League Baseball is currently testing a robot umpire system, allowing players to challenge balls and strikes during games.
ROBO UMPS HIT MLB: Saviors or Saboteurs in Spring Training?
System Save Baseball? On this week's Big League Buzz, we dive into the explosive Spring Training 2025 drama! In this video, we’re breaking down MLB’s bold new ABS challenge system—aka “robo umps”—tested in 60% of Spring Training games.
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What is ABS? How MLB's ball-strike challenge system will work in spring training
In recent years, we’ve seen MLB become more ... ball-strike system (ABS), teams will have the option to challenge ball-strike calls in the majority of spring training games.
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The first MLB spring training ball-strike challenge was successful
A bit of baseball history occurred during the Cubs’ spring training game against the Dodgers on Thursday afternoon. Cubs pitcher Cody Poteet became the first player in spring training to ...
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Spring training in Florida has returned! Are robot umpires here to stay? Here's what to know
Are robot umpires coming to spring training? What to know about MLB ABS After years of using an automated balls and strikes system in the minor leagues, MLB is ready to try "robot umps" in ...
Former New York Mets starter opens up about ABS system in MLB
Spring training is a time to try new things for both the New York Mets and MLB. This year, the league is testing out the ABS system to a mixed reception from fa ...
Blue Jays' Max Scherzer Calls Out MLB's ABS Experiment: 'Can We Just Play Baseball?'
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Baseball returns, debut of ABS | Morning Lineup
Training game of 2025 featured the debut of the ABS Challenge System and more. Subscribe to MLB Morning Lineup wherever you ...
Spring training roundup: Max Scherzer solid in Jays debut
Three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer made his Blue Jays debut Tuesday, striking out four over two innings of one-run ...