Rich Hill
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You know, I mean, this stuff has already happened with sign stealing and being able to, you know, let the hitters know what's coming.
So, you know, I think it just creates more of an issue.
And I don't know how, just from the fact of... I know the umpires always want to get the call right.
They work hard.
And that is one thing, I think, with that automated balls and strike system in AAA, that when they get to the big leagues, if they're using it in the minor leagues to get a better eye for the strike zone, then when they get to the big leagues, that's what that training aid should be for.
It shouldn't be for, you know, hey, we're going to
leave it up to the players.
to determine and, you know, is it something that's bringing excitement to the stadium?
Because it's just going to take more time for the game.
You're going to have to wait for the call.
Everybody's going to get excited.
That will wear off after the first month.
People will be like, oh, great, here we go.
We've got to wait for the – here it comes.
Here comes the ball.
Oh, great call.
Or, oh, you blew it.