Mariners Moose Tracks, 1/13/23: Pitching Camp, Robot Umps, and the (Potential) End of Blackouts
The robots are drawing ever nearer (to the big leagues).
Hello folks and happy Friday! Onto the latest.
In Mariners news...
- The program formerly known as Gas Camp is going to be attended by many of the most interesting arms in the system.
Ready to bring the
— Mariners Player Development (@MsPlayerDev) January 12, 2023
Our @Mariners Player Development Pitching Camp is underway in Arizona. #SeaUsRise pic.twitter.com/1SQi3Ln8em
- The Mariners made their signing of outfielder A.J. Pollock official — no physical-related drama here!
Around the league...
- We’re now one step closer: all Triple-A ballparks will be using robot umpire technology for the 2023 season.
- The Dodgers made the expected official, releasing Trevor Bauer.
- So far, the M’s have had representation on every list that’s been released.
Aaron Judge is atop MLB Network’s Top 10 Right Fielders list! What does your Top 10 look like? pic.twitter.com/20kSySiqaY
— MLB (@MLB) January 12, 2023
Mike Trout reigns supreme in MLB Network's Top 10 Center Fielders list.
— MLB (@MLB) January 13, 2023
Give us your top 10 ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/7aJXMDO5VS
- Major League Baseball is reportedly in talks to revamp their television package to do away with blackouts.
- Matt Holliday stepped down from his role as bench coach for the Cardinals, stating a desire to spend more time with his family.
- We’ve got full spring training reporting dates!
Pitchers and catchers will report on either Feb 15 or Feb 16 this year. Full squads start on Feb 20 or Feb 21. pic.twitter.com/BbdrQ8CUIq
— Lindsey Adler (@lindseyadler) January 12, 2023
- The Nationals aren’t actually very close to being sold, it appears, assuming the Lerners even sell the team at all.