Twins manager Derek Shelton becomes first ejected over new challenge system

As he sat in the visiting manager’s office hours prior to Sunday’s game, Derek Shelton had something he wanted to point out ...

Challenge system is a challenge for Twins: ‘It was time to fire away’

Long used in the minor leagues and introduced to major leaguers in spring training both last season and this, the ABS ...

Twins manager Derek Shelton ejected after arguing ABS challenge during loss to Orioles in MLB first

It took only a few days, but Major League Baseball has its first ABS system-related ejection. Minnesota Twins manager Derek ...

‘He’s Arguing With the Robots!’ Minnesota Twins Manager Unleashes on Umps After MLB’s New Challenge System Gives His Team an Out

Minnesota Twins manager Derek Shelton on Sunday was ejected for arguing a call that was overturned by the MLB's new challenge ...

Twins Manager Derek Shelton Ejected For Arguing ABS Challenge Rule

Shelton was tossed in the ninth inning of Sunday's game against the Orioles.

WATCH: Twins manager Derek Shelton ejected for arguing ABS challenge in an MLB first

The automated ball-strike (ABS) system has been implemented in Major League Baseball this year and here, on just the fifth ...
The Globe

Challenge system is a challenge for Twins

Long used in the minor leagues and introduced to major leaguers in spring training both last season and this, the ABS Challenge System gives pitchers, catchers and hitters the chance to challenge ...

Twins manager ejected after exploding over timing of ABS challenge vs Orioles

Minnesota Twins manager Derek Shelton was furious with the umpires over the timing of Baltimore Orioles pitcher Ryan ...
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Merrell’s first global brand platform looks to redefine the outdoors

Merrell has debuted its first global brand platform, titled “It Starts Outside.” The effort looks to shift the maker of hiking boots into an outdoor lifestyle brand, per a press release. The platform ...
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Twins mailbag: Byron Buxton’s future, $2 beer, ABS strategy and deadline dividends

Byron Buxton is away from Twins camp while he plays for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. Rob Tringali / WBCI / MLB Photos via Getty Images I’m back home after two weeks at spring training, ...
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Identical twins take on a tannerite challenge

Twin versus twin in a tannerite challenge — with safety front and centre throughout. A fun and closely watched experiment that's as much about caution as it is competition. Which twin do you think ...
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10 things I learned about the Twins in 10 days at spring training, from buzz to buzzkills

Emmanuel Rodriguez is among three buzzy prospects making a good impression at Twins camp this year. Mark Taylor / Getty Images Spring training is a powerful thing. It’s the arrival of the proverbial ...