Summary
Paul Skenes, a star pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates, has changed his opinion about the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system used in Major League Baseball. After initially having doubts, Skenes now supports the system, which helps players challenge umpire calls on balls and strikes.
Key Facts
- Paul Skenes is a pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates and was the No. 1 draft pick in 2024.
- Skenes became an All-Star and won the NL Rookie of the Year in his first year.
- He has also won the CY Young Award and led the MLB in ERA.
- The ABS system lets players and catchers challenge umpire decisions on balls and strikes.
- Teams get two challenges per game and retain their challenges if successful.
- The system was used by the Baltimore Orioles to win a game with a challenge.
- Skenes has decided not to personally challenge calls, leaving it to the catcher.
