EPISODE · Oct 3, 2025 · 47 MIN
#78 - Robot Umpires, Human Error, & Tech in Baseball w/ Girls at the Ballpark
from Deep Cover Podcast · host Omar Zahran
In this episode, I am joined by Neha from Girls at the Ballpark to unpack one of baseball’s most interesting evolutions: the rise of robot umpires and the ABS Challenge System. From the minor league test runs to its upcoming MLB debut, we explore how this tech-driven shift could reshape strategy, accountability, and the intrigue of the game.We dive into:• How ABS works, and why it’s faster and more precise than you might expect• The psychology of challenging calls with pitcher vs. batter dynamics• Managerial strategy and the ripple effect of a single overturned strike• The philosophical tension between human error and mathematical perfection• Whether the drama of missed calls is part of what makes sports unforgettableFollow Neha on ThreadsCheck out Omar's new work HERE
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In this episode, I am joined by Neha from Girls at the Ballpark to unpack one of baseball’s most interesting evolutions: the rise of robot umpires and the ABS Challenge System. From the minor league test runs to its upcoming MLB debut, we explore how this tech-driven shift could reshape strategy, accountability, and the intrigue of the game.We dive into:• How ABS works, and why it’s faster and more precise than you might expect• The psychology of challenging calls with pitcher vs. batter dynamics• Managerial strategy and the ripple effect of a single overturned strike• The philosophical tension between human error and mathematical perfection• Whether the drama of missed calls is part of what makes sports unforgettableFollow Neha on ThreadsCheck out Omar's new work HERE
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