Boone, Caballero ironing out approach to pitch-timer rule (opens original article in a new tab)

José Caballero and the Yankees are navigating the pitch-timer rule, with umpires issuing warnings and manager Aaron Boone seeking clarification on its application.

• José Caballero disputes the pitch-timer rule requiring batters to be alert by the 8-second mark
• Umpires warned Caballero for intentional delay, threatening a strike if repeated
• Manager Aaron Boone sought league clarification on the rule's application
• Caballero claims his tactic of waiting until the final moment is consistent across his at-bats
• Toronto pitcher Spencer Miles said the extended discussion disrupted his focus