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flag A disputed strike call in the WBC semifinal, seen as outside the zone, cost the Dominican Republic a rally and fueled calls for MLB’s new automated umpiring system.

flag The Dominican Republic’s World Baseball Classic semifinal ended controversially when umpire Cory Blaser called a low slider strike three with the bases loaded, halting a potential rally and sending the U.S. to the final. flag The pitch, widely seen as outside the strike zone, drew criticism from players and fans, especially as MLB prepares to debut its Automated Ball-Strike system in 2026. flag The call, which occurred just days before the new technology’s rollout, intensified debate over human vs. automated umpiring, with many calling for greater use of ABS to ensure accuracy in high-pressure moments.

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