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MLB will test automatic ball-strike challenge system in spring training and other notes from Rob Manfred

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Rob Manfred held a press conference Tuesday as part of spring training media day in Arizona .

Manfred was asked several questions about the Dodgers ' sky-high payroll and superstar-filled roster.

The Dodgers aren't the problem, but Manfred places blame with the limitations of the system.

The expiration of the current collective bargaining agreement on Dec. 1 , 2026 looms as the largest challenge remaining during Manfred 's tenure.

The ABS challenge system will be tested in spring training this year .

Only the batter, pitcher and catcher are allowed to challenge ball/strike calls.

The system is currently being tested at various minor-league levels.

Some teams will play more than 25 spring training games using the system.

The ABS challenge system will be fully in place at the Triple-A level in 2025 .

The 2026 season is the earliest we could see it implemented at the major-league level.

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