The New York Mets are testing an automated ball-strike system at Clover Park during spring training, starting with their upcoming exhibition game against the Astros. Each team will have two opportunities to challenge calls, retaining the challenge if overturned. Manager Carlos Mendoza highlighted the complexities involved in the system beyond just strike calls. A technical issue during a practice session prompted a switch to the Trackman technology for monitoring pitches. Meanwhile, player Juan Soto expressed his relief about settling with the Mets after previous team changes.
In spring training, each team will receive two challenges. If a team challenges and the call is overturned, that challenge is retained.
Manager Carlos Mendoza emphasized the complexity of the automated strike zone, stating, 'There is so much more than just calling balls and strikes that we have to learn.'
A technical glitch knocked out the automated strike zone during the live batting practice, leading the Mets to switch to a Trackman machine for pitch locations.
Juan Soto expressed relief at not having to change teams again, saying, 'It's kind of weird after three years changing teams here and there.'
Collection
[
|
...
]