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Automated System Overturns Call, Braves Beat Blue Jays 9-5

3/6/2026

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The Automated Ball Strike (ABS) system overturned a ball to a strike in ninth inning at CoolToday Park, after Josh Rivera faced Luis Vargas, ending the game with the Atlanta Braves defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 9-5.
Umpire Ryan Wills initially ruled the pitch a ball, and Braves catcher Archer Bookman challenged the call.
ABS confirmation highlights technology's growing role in officiating and aims to improve accuracy while reducing delays.

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The Automated Ball Strike (ABS) system overturned a ball to a strike in ninth inning at CoolToday Park, after Josh Rivera faced Luis Vargas, ending the game with the Atlanta Braves defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 9-5.
Umpire Ryan Wills initially ruled the pitch a ball, and Braves catcher Archer Bookman challenged the call.
ABS confirmation highlights technology's growing role in officiating and aims to improve accuracy while reducing delays.