MLB robot umpires get the green light: What to know about ABS challenge system that starts in 2026

Major League Baseball's competition committee approved the automated strike zone challenge system for the 2026 season on ...

MLB will use robot umpires in 2026, ushering in a new era for calling balls and strikes

Major League Baseball’s 11-man competition committee has approved use of the Automated Ball/Strike System in the major ...

MLB will use robot umpires in 2026

MLB switched Triple-A to an all-challenge system on June 26, 2024, then used the challenge system this year at 13 spring ...

Robot umpires are coming to MLB. Here’s how they work

Robot umpires are coming to the big leagues in 2026 after Major League Baseball’s 11-man competition committee on Tuesday ...

Robot Umps Challenge System Approved For MLB in 2026

Major League Baseball’s 11-man competition committee has approved use of the Automated Ball/Strike System in the major leagues in 2026.