MLB Crackdown Targets José Caballero for Deceptive Pitch Clock Routine

MLB is cracking down on New York Yankees infielder José Caballero for his plate routine, which league officials have labeled as deceptive. Caballero has been waiting until the pitch clock hits eight seconds to engage the pitcher, a tactic that home plate umpire Quinn Wolcott confirmed will no longer be permitted. While Caballero expressed frustration and feels targeted by the league, umpires have been instructed to enforce the clock strictly, ending the extra time he previously utilized.