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Yankees' Caballero Ejected Over Pitch-Clock Violation, MLB Cites Rule

7/23/2026

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José Caballero was called for a pitch-clock violation, struck out and was ejected.
MLB cited its batter-circumvention rule and ordered crew chief Adrian Johnson to enforce the call.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone said MLB did not inform the team of the rule change.
Caballero said his eight-second routine follows the clock, claims he is singled out, and warned pitchers could hold the ball 16–17 seconds if he steps in early.

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José Caballero was called for a pitch-clock violation, struck out and was ejected.
MLB cited its batter-circumvention rule and ordered crew chief Adrian Johnson to enforce the call.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone said MLB did not inform the team of the rule change.
Caballero said his eight-second routine follows the clock, claims he is singled out, and warned pitchers could hold the ball 16–17 seconds if he steps in early.