I like this, but I'd be happy if they just did it automatically on every pitch. That day will come, someday down the line.

57 minutes ago, Jumper_Dad said:

I like this, but I'd be happy if they just did it automatically on every pitch. That day will come, someday down the line.

They have that for tennis now.  Every point.

1 hour ago, Jumper_Dad said:

That day will come, someday down the line.

Less than a week into the season and I feel like the ABS has been a great success so far.

Read where in the first 7 days Umpires missed 850 Ball/Strike calls with 155 being challenged and overturned. 

I personally can't wait until all Ball/Strike calls are automated.

Has this deal helped MLB or not, what are your thoughts to date?

For most part, I think it’s been fantastic. Adds another interesting element and it really doesn’t take long at all. About the only downside has been the fun times where an ump has decided he’ll just ignore the person challenging and then claim it was too long. I feel like I don’t remember a single ejection so far this season for balls and strikes and that alone saves time and grief. 

On 6/8/2026 at 12:33 PM, 4 Quarters said:

Has this deal helped MLB or not, what are your thoughts to date?

I think it's been a huge success. I've not seen any downside to it.