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    Apr 12, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; MLB umpire Ron Kulpa (46) calls a third strike during a game between the Cleveland Guardians and the Kansas City Royals at Progressive Field
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    Pro Refs Get Offered Free Lasik for Better Calls. Some Took It
    Some pro officials have sprung for the offer for free corrective surgery.
    May 4, 2025
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    Could This Year’s Opening Day Be MLB’s Last With All-Human Umps?
    MLB’s automated ball-strike system was used during spring training games.
    March 27, 2025
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    Robot Umps Aren’t Coming. Ball-Strike Reviews Would Still Change MLB
    Spring training testing is a potential forerunner to wider use in 2026.
    February 24, 2025
    Mar 27, 2023; Mesa, Arizona, USA; MLB umpire Jose Navas points to the Chicago White Sox dugout in the first inning against the Chicago Cubs at Sloan Park.
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    How Much Do MLB Umpires Make?
    MLB umpires are among the highest-compensated officials in major North American leagues. 
    February 10, 2025