Zach Helfand

Zach Helfand, an editor and sports writer at The New Yorker, dives into the intriguing world of technology in baseball. He discusses the surprising accuracy of human umpires and the staggering number of blown calls that spark debates about their future. The conversation covers the testing of robotic umpires and the ongoing clash between tradition and technological advancement. Helfand also touches on the emotional dynamics between umpires, players, and fans, while delighting listeners with quirky minor league team names that bring extra character to the sport.