Minor League Baseball Begins After Long Layoff

The video discusses the return of baseball after a 600-day hiatus due to the pandemic, highlighting how professional players continued without fans while minor league players were benched. It also explores the minor leagues as a testing ground for new rules, such as a 15-second pitch clock and the use of robot umpires.

What was the status of professional baseball players during the pandemic?

• They played with full stadiums.

• They continued to play without fans.

• They stopped playing entirely.

• They only played in international games.

What happened to the baseball farm system last year?

• It expanded to include more teams.

• The season was canceled.

• It continued as usual.

• It had a shortened season.

Why are the minor leagues used as a testing ground?

• To experiment with new rules

• To train new players

• To increase ticket sales

• To improve player fitness

What is one of the new rules being tested in the minor leagues?

• A 30-second pitch clock

• A 10-second pitch clock

• A 15-second pitch clock

• No pitch clock

What technological innovation is being trialed in the minor leagues?

• Automated base running

• Robot umpires

• Digital scoreboards

• Virtual reality training