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Pitch Clock Tactics Spark Outburst | New York Yankees News
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In a fiery eighth inning showdown, Yankees shortstop Jose Caballero sparked chaos by deliberately delaying his bat’s entry into the box to frustrate Pirates pitcher Dennis Santana—whose retaliatory kiss and ensuing benches-clearing brawl turned a 8-5 win into a war of wills. Caballero admitted he’s weaponizing the pitch clock to disrupt pitchers’ rhythm, while Santana called it disrespectful and compared it to Pedro Martinez’s intensity. Managers downplayed the drama, but Boone hinted Caballero’s tactic could be a game-changer—proving that in baseball, the clock isn’t just about time, it’s about tactics, tension, and the thrill of the moment.
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