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Back to EpisodesMLB's New Ball-Strike System: Umpire's Nightmare
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Major League Baseballs new automated ball-strike challenge system sparked controversy in a Reds vs Red Sox game, with umpire CB Bucknor facing a series of overturned calls. The Reds successfully challenged five consecutive pitches, highlighting the systems potential to expose umpires struggling with the strike zone. The incident underscores the evolving role of technology in baseball, promising more intense matchups as teams adapt and the tech ensures fair calls.
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