Marlins rely on analytics for pitch-calling amid mixed reactions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 9:43 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The Miami Marlins are experimenting with calling pitches from the dugout, a change initiated in September of last year. Manager Clayton McCullough emphasizes that this method eases the mental load on young players while relying heavily on data. This innovative approach has sparked debate among players, with mixed opinions on the effectiveness compared to traditional methods. The Marlins currently sit at 28-34, navigating the NL East standings and exchanging positions with the New York Mets.
- •Marlins call pitches from the dugout, using data-driven strategies.
- •Sandy Alcantara pitched seven innings against the Nationals.
- •Mixed player responses highlight the ongoing debate about analytics vs. traditional methods.
- •The Marlins' performance has been typical this year, sitting at 28-34.
- •Colorado Rockies and New York Mets have also experimented with dugout pitch-calling.
- 9:43 AMYahoo Sports — Who calls pitches in MLB? Pushing buttons now an analytics battleground
"MLB's tech revolution introduced a new way for teams to call a game.
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