Farewell robo-umps? MLB picks a Triple-A system fans see at remaining Bees games

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The days of robo-umps may soon be numbered, as another method of calling balls and strikes takes over Triple-A before it may be the standard in the majors.

<p>SALT LAKE CITY — The days of robo-umps may soon be numbered.

 The challenge system — where pitchers, catchers and hitters on each team can challenge balls and strikes called by human umpires as many times until they reach three incorrect challenges — 

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