This is not the intent of the pitch clock. In fact, it's a shining example for umpires of how not to implement it.

On Monday, in the first inning between the Cubs and the Royals, a drama unfolded. The post Cubs Star Hit in Groin Before Umpire Stuns With Head-Scratching Violation Call appeared first on ...

Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki was called out on an unfortunately timed pitch clock violation during the first inning of Monday's game against the Kansas City Royals.

The Cubs player needed to collect himself but neglected to call timeout and was a strikeout victim against the Royals.