The Yankees claimed outfielder Bryan De La Cruz from the Braves, who previously struggled this season. This acquisition fills a gap in the Yankees' crowded outfield. Additionally, MLB implemented a new umpiring policy reducing the neutral grading buffer for borderline pitches, leading to a smaller strike zone across the league. This change has caught many players and managers off guard, even as MLB maintains that it communicated the adjustment during the offseason, raising discussions about accountability in officiating.
The Yankees' acquisition of Bryan De La Cruz from the Braves indicates a strategic move to bolster their outfield, amid injuries and competition for spots.
The reduction of the buffer zone for umpiring decisions, from two inches to three-quarters of an inch, has led to a noticeable decrease in the league's strike zone.
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