The first reversal determined by baseball’s new instant replay system occurs when Carlos Pena’s two two-run double is changed to a three-run homer during the fourth inning in the Rays’ 11-1 rout of the Twins at Tropicana Field. Umpire Mike DiMuro at first had signaled fan interference but changes the call after reviewing the video of the Tampa Bay’s first baseman’s line drive.

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On September 19, 2008 — The first reversal determined by baseball’s new instant replay system occurs when Carlos Pena’s two two-run double is changed to a three-run homer during the fourth inning in the Rays’ 11-1 rout of the Twins at Tropicana Field. Umpire Mike DiMuro at first had signaled fan interference but changes the call after reviewing the video of the Tampa Bay’s first baseman’s line drive.

 

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