The New York Times

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

Third base coach Tony Perezchica of the Houston Astros looks on during a spring training game against the Washington Nationals this spring. Houston Astros / Getty Images On Opening Day this week, some ...
The New York Times

MLB to enforce rules around first and third base coach boxes to combat pitch tipping

MLB is changing the enforcement of one of its rules to try to stop coaches from moving outside their designated boxes. (Alika Jenner / Getty Images) PALM BEACH, Fla. — In a change to the way MLB will ...
Yahoo! Sports

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 ...
Bleacher Report

MLB Approves Rule Change to Crack Down on Pitch Tipping, Base Coach Positioning for 2026 Season

Ahead of the 2026 season, MLB will implement a rule change preventing coaches at first and third base from leaving their box until after a pitch is thrown. Per ESPN's Jesse Rogers, MLB owners voted on ...
Post and Courier

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 ...