Reds manager Francona wants veteran players to ignore ABS test run. 'It just muddies the waters' - Seymour Tribune

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Reds manager Francona wants veteran players to ignore ABS test run. 'It just muddies the waters' - Seymour Tribune

GOODYEAR, Ariz. (AP) — Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona says he’s told players not to use the experimental Automated Ball-Strike System in spring training. Francona told The Athletic he’s OK with younger players challenging calls via the ABS, which has been in use in the minors. But he figures there’s little point for veterans since the system won’t be in effect in the majors during this coming regular season. “Why work on a strategy we’re…