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Fair or Foul Tech Debate | Baltimore Orioles News
The Orioles’ narrow loss to the Yankees ignited a firestorm over a controversial fair/foul call on Pete Alonso’s deep fly — upheld despite review, sparking outrage from players and managers. Chris Bassitt slammed MLB for clinging to outdated tech, calling it cheap and inconsistent compared to other sports. Alonso proposed simple Hawk-Eye-style solutions, like lasers or cameras from foul lines, to end the guesswork. With 2026 looming, fans and pros alike demand accuracy — but cost remains the barrier. The debate isn’t just about one call — it’s about preserving baseball’s integrity in an age…
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