# Mets deny AI use concerns after pitcher Ottavino's claims

The New York Mets have dismissed concerns about potential in-game use of artificial intelligence, following allegations made by pitcher Adam Ottavino. Ottavino had suggested that the team might be using AI to analyze opponents during games, which would violate MLB rules. The Mets' rejection highlights ongoing debates about technology's role in baseball.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Sports
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/jul/18/mets-andy-green-ai-strategy-mlb-compliance-ottavino-report) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:33:01 GMT