ABS system update: The MLB umpires getting exposed the most as we enter May

As the calendar flips to May, we're getting a very clear picture of which umpires were ready for the spotlight.

ESPN insider makes shocking MLB umpire revelation

The ABS challenge system has been one of the best stories in baseball so far this season, and Jeff Passan has been one of the best people to follow on the subject. The ESPN MLB insider has been ahead ...

MLB's new automated strike zone has a hidden feature helping umpires become more accurate than ever

MLB umpires can now receive real-time feedback from ABS operators during games, helping them adjust their strike zone calls ...

“Don’t Need the Umpire” - MLB Umpire Draws Fans’ Wrath After Questionable Call Involving Braves Catcher

An early attempt by the Braves to use the ABS turned into a controversial moment this Sunday. And it wasn’t because of a ...

Jeff Passan reveals MLB ABS details no one knew that fans are loving

While ABS has widely been considered a resounding success, Jeff Passan reveals the hidden impact the system has had on ...

Walks Are Surging in Baseball. Blame the Robot Umpires.

MLB’s walk rate this season has reached levels hardly seen in the past seven decades, due to a smaller strike zone brought ...

Controversial Dodgers prospect Dalton Rushing finally got what he deserved

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing is among the most-hated players in MLB this season. After a call went against him ...

MLB ump's blown strike call overturned by ABS leaves announcer stunned: 'Yikes'

Home plate umpire Roberto Ortiz had a shocking missed call exposed by MLB's ABS system during Thursday's Tigers-Braves game, ...
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MLB Umpire Camps

During the MLB Umpire Prospect Development Camp, each umpire's performance and abilities are evaluated by the Major League Baseball Umpire Development staff. At the conclusion of the course, positions ...