'Yo, this is crazy': Cardinals see their way to shutout win after fog fills Wrigley Field
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Key Points:
- A MLB game between the St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on July 4th was heavily impacted by dense fog, which severely limited visibility for players and officials starting around the sixth inning.
- The fog caused difficulty in tracking fly balls, with several players, including outfielders and infielders, struggling to see the ball clearly, leading to unusual plays and challenges on the field.
- The fog also disrupted the Automated Ball Strike (ABS) system, preventing the review of a disputed pitch due to the tracking technology failing in the foggy conditions.
- Despite the challenging conditions and a 59-minute rain delay earlier, the Cardinals secured a 3-0 victory, with key defensive plays and pitching performances helping maintain their lead.
- Players described the experience as unprecedented and surreal, noting the difficulty in seeing both the ball and players, and expressed relief that fewer balls were hit into the air during the foggy period.
