MLB base coaches say new rule to curb pitch tipping has put them in harm’s way

MLB is standing by its enforcement though one coach told The Athletic, "we’ve all been talking about how you’re constantly in ...

'It's Dangerous,' MLB Coaches Rip Rule Change Designed to Prevent Sign Stealing

Multiple MLB coaches aren't in favor of a new rule change designed to prevent sign-stealing that will be implemented during ...

Protests Erupt as MLB Coaches Left Fearing for Safety After Controversial Rule Change

For the 2026 season, the MLB has focused on introducing new, stringent rules to ensure fair play. From this season onwards, ...
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New MLB rule enforcement will ensure base coaches stay in coach’s box

FORT MYERS, Fla. — In a little-publicized step taken two weeks ago by Major League Baseball owners, first base and third base coaches will this season be required to remain in their respective coaches ...
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New MLB rule will leave Houston Astros' base coaches feeling boxed in

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - Spring training is a time for adjustments. Tony Perezchica, the Houston Astros' third-base coach, is no exception this year. Major League Baseball owners voted this month to ...
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MLB to enforce rules around first and third base coach boxes to combat pitch tipping

PALM BEACH, Fla. -- In a change to the way MLB will enforce its rules for 2026, Major League Baseball is tasking umpires with keeping first- and third-base coaches inside their painted boxes on the ...
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MLB owners approve new rule intended to cut down on pitch-tipping, per report

First and third base coaches will have to remain in the coach's box until the pitch is thrown after MLB's owners voted to enforce the rule at their quarterly meetings Thursday, reports ESPN. The goal ...
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MLB owners crack down on pitch stealing by enforcing rule aimed at first- and third-base coaches

MLB owners want to make it harder for teams to engage in pitch-stealing tactics on the field. Team owners reportedly voted Thursday to enforce a rule that prevents first- and third-base coaches from ...