Latest MLB Spring Training News

Robot umpire challenge system could be tested next spring training, 2026 regular-season use possible

Jul. 16, 2024 14:27 PM EDT

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Major League Baseball could test robot umpires as part of a challenge system in spring training next year, which could lead to regular-season use in 2026. MLB has been experimenting with the automated ball-strike system in the minor leagues since 2019 but is...

AL Cy Young Award winner Gerrit Cole to make season debut for Yankees on Wednesday night vs. Orioles

Jun. 18, 2024 18:49 PM EDT

NEW YORK (AP) — AL Cy Young Award winner Gerrit Cole is to make his season debut for the New York Yankees against the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday night after recovering from nerve inflammation and edema in his right elbow that had sidelined him since spring training. A...

MLB umpire Pat Hoberg appealing discipline following sports betting investigation

Jun. 15, 2024 21:39 PM EDT

NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball plans to discipline umpire Pat Hoberg following an investigation into a potential violation of sports gambling policies. In a statement Friday, the commissioner's office said Hoberg has decided to appeal the penalty. MLB did not disclose the...

MLB says pitcher injuries more likely to occur during spring training, early in season

May. 23, 2024 17:38 PM EDT

NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball says pitcher injuries are more likely to occur during spring training and early in the season. Management has rejected an assertion by players’ union head Tony Clark that injuries may be linked to the pitch clock that was instituted last year...