Robot umpires are coming to the big leagues in 2026 after Major League Baseball’s 11-man competition committee on Tuesday approved use of the Automated Ball/Strike System.
In Minor League play, a full ABS system was also trialled, eliminating human umpires’ involvement in ball-strike calls.
Baseball embraces robo umps with a new challenge system, balancing technology with tradition to improve accuracy and cut disputes.
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