Earlier today, rosters were released for this year’s iteration of the Arizona Fall League. Back after a pandemic hiatus in 2020, the AFL will feature a bevy of experimental rules this season. Pitchers and catchers will communicate with “PitchCom” technology while on the field. The pitch clock will be in play and enforced. Bigger bases to promote more steal attempts, automated balls and strikes, and anti-shift rules will all be part of the games in Arizona this fall, as well.
The AFL is a league that plays annually following the completion of the MLB regular season and is used as a showcase and proving ground for prospects.