MLB to begin using replay Sept. 1

[Tom]

It seems odd to me that they would introduce it near the end of the season. I would think it would make more sense to bring it in next year and let the kinks get worked out in spring training and through the regular season rather than during the pennant races and playoffs.

[Ghoulish Delight]

Originally Posted by Tom

It seems odd to me that they would introduce it near the end of the season. I would think it would make more sense to bring it in next year and let the kinks get worked out in spring training and through the regular season rather than during the pennant races and playoffs.

They must be fearing a mistake during the playoffs. With the anomaly this year of there being several missed calls, people are scrutinizing the calls right now. It'd be a PR nightmare (as lame as it is) if, during this post season, they miss a call.