Nobody's perfect? Cincinnati Reds finally lose an ABS challenge

The Cincinnati Reds were an MLB-best 6-for-6 challenging balls and strikes under MLB's new ABS challenge system, until Sunday ...
Major League Baseball

Anthony, Sox learn risks of ABS the hard way in loss to Reds

Even at 21 years old, Roman Anthony is known for possessing one of the sharpest batting eyes in baseball, which is just one ...

ABS challenges and 2026 MLB rule changes, explained

If New York Yankees ace Max Fried throws a clear strike to San Francisco Giants slugger Rafael Devers on Wednesday night, and ...

MLB ABS Challenge System Explained: How Automated Ball-Strike Challenges Work in Baseball

Saw a hitter, catcher, or pitcher tap their helmet after a pitch and wondered what just happened. Here’s a clear guide to MLB ...
Major League Baseball

Who will be the best at ABS challenges? Here's what the players think

Challenge System, powered by T-Mobile, is coming to MLB in 2026. We've seen baseball's latest innovation at Spring Training ...
Detroit Free Press

A.J. Hinch sends message to Detroit Tigers about ABS challenge system

LAKELAND, FL – Ready or not, the automated ball-strike challenge system – ABS, for short – is coming to MLB in the 2026 season, with every team receiving two challenges per game. The Detroit Tigers ...

Fans make plays, stealing first base: Rules of Banana Ball geared toward entertainment

Hitters can steal first base, scoring is different in Banana Ball, a fan catching a foul ball makes an impact on the game.