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J.T. Realmuto showing off new wrinkle to his defensive greatness at Phillies camp

The new Automated Ball-Strike Challenge system is only a week away from being unveiled in regulat season play. After a month of spring training preparation, the ABS system will make its formal debut during the MLB regular season. It's a big change coming to baseball, but also one that fans could immediately see the bright side of. Fewer egregious calls around the strike zone, while also keeping the pace of play on the field, is the goal. Philadelphia Phillies' catcher J.T. Realmuto is still regarded as one of the best in the sport at his position, and he's trying to adjust to this new wrinkle, just like everyone else.