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Yankees shortstop Jose Caballero’s signature pre-pitch tactic—waiting until the last second to make eye contact with the pitcher—is under fire after MLB abruptly enforced a new rule against deceptive routines. The move sparked controversy after a heated confrontation with a Pirates pitcher, leading to a pitch-clock violation, a strikeout, and a loss for the Yankees. Caballero, who claims he’s been using the strategy for years—even before the pitch clock—says the league is overstepping by punishing him without warning. Manager Aaron Boone called the league’s response “embarrassing,” as players are now forced to comply with rules they weren’t given advance notice about.

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