Phillies and Twins will use traditional umpiring at Field of Dreams Game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 7:10 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies and Minnesota Twins are set to face off in the Field of Dreams Game in Dyersville, Iowa, on August 13, 2026. This special matchup will not feature the Automatic Balls and Strikes (ABS) system, as it is not implemented at neutral or non-standard sites. Both teams were informed ahead of time that the game will adhere to traditional umpiring, meaning that any missed calls by umpires will not be subject to review. This decision comes as part of MLB's regulations for games not held in one of its 30 home stadiums.
- •Phillies vs. Twins is scheduled for August 13, 2026.
- •ABS challenges are unavailable outside standard MLB ballparks.
- •Teams were notified about traditional umpiring before the game.
- •Umpires' calls during the game will not be reviewable.
- 7:10 AMYahoo Sports — Why there are no ABS challenges in Phillies vs. Twins Field of Dreams Game
"In one of MLB's premiere regular season games, there will be a notable lack of the new ABS system.
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