Foul Pole Tech Debate | MLB News

Pete Alonso thought he’d crushed a home run—only to have it ruled foul after a tense review, sparking debate over baseball’s reluctance to deploy tech near the foul pole. With cameras struggling to capture high, wind-affected balls beyond the pole, players demand accuracy in calls that can swing games. While MLB’s automated strike zone is already in place, adding flight-tracking tech faces hurdles in precision and implementation. Alonso’s frustration is shared by many: why can’t we use our advanced tools to nail these pivotal moments? The league’s experimenting—with checked swings in minors and future tech on the horizon—but don’t expect instant fixes anytime soon.

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