Report: MLB, umpires reach deal that opens door for computerized strike zone

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Major League Baseball and the umpires union reached a tentative agreement on a new five-year contract, the Associated Press reported Saturday. That alone is notable news, however, there's a very significant condition included in the pact that could have a long-term impact on the game. Both the AP and MLB Network's Jon Heyman are reporting that the umpires have agreed to cooperate with the league as it continues developing and testing automatic strike zone software.

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