MLB pitchers must face three batters or end inning under new rule

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Every starting or relief pitcher will be forced to face at least three batters in one of several rule changes for the 2020 season announced Wednesday by Major League Baseball. Managers often have used relievers to face a single hitter in specific situations, but the change, which begins with pre-season games on March 12, will force major strategy alterations. If the pitcher can force the inning-ending third out by the batting team, he could leave the mound without having to face as many as three batters.

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