Trendy Tech: MLB enters ABS Challenge System era slowly, before warming up circuits originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. MLB entered a new technological era in 2026.

We’re only two days into the new MLB season, and I already love the automated ball-strike challenge system.

Measuring players for ABS is a very precise system. Here's how it works.

The Boston Red Sox went 2-for-3 on ABS system challenges on Opening Day vs. the Cincinnati Reds, though Alex Cora wished the team tried one other attempt.

If you’re not familiar with the ABS yet, you will be soon. The ABS stands for Automated Balls and Strikes and it will be applied to every hitter who steps into any major league batter’s box this season.

Jon Morosi joins MLB Central to discuss the results of the ABS Challenge System following Opening Day, Trevor Rogers remaining underrated and more

Here's what we can expect from the ABS challenge system in the 2026 MLB season based on spring training data.

For baseball fans in need of a refresher on the new Automated Ball-Strike Challenge System ahead of Opening Day 2026, John Cena has you covered.