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4 Takeaways From MLB Opening Weekend

MLB Opening Weekend featured the debut of the ABS challenge system and the Dodgers' three-game sweep over the Diamondbacks.

The Automatic Balls and Strikes (ABS) system debuted with improved accuracy, giving catchers a higher success rate (61%) in overturning calls than hitters (46%). A viral moment occurred when Eugenio Suarez overturned a called strike three against veteran umpire CB Bucknor.

Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Dodgers maintained their status as favorites, sweeping the Diamondbacks. Catcher Will Smith hit a go-ahead two-run home run on Saturday to seal the victory.