MLB provides updated guidance to the New York Yankees regarding José Caballero’s controversial use of a pitch-clock routine. Multiple reports say the guidance comes after Caballero’s pre-pitch timing approach drew questions under Major League Baseball’s pitch-clock rules. The Athletic reports that, even with the new direction, Caballero reiterates that he needs “clarification” on how the rule applies to his specific routine and says he will continue using his pre-pitch sequence.
Other outlets report that Caballero enters games still feeling unclear about the pitch clock rule and how it should be applied in practice. New York Post and Yahoo Sports - MLB both describe Caballero as seeking clarification as he continues to use his routine to gain an advantage. The reports focus on Caballero’s stated uncertainty and MLB’s effort to guide teams and players on compliant conduct involving the pitch clock, rather than any immediate change in Caballero’s approach following the guidance.
