Are MLB players allowed to have cell phones in the dugout?

No, players are not allowed to use cell phones in the dugout. Oddly, though not all that uncommonly in baseball, this is not backed up by an official rule. read more

No, players are not allowed to use cell phones in the dugout. Oddly, though not all that uncommonly in baseball, this is not backed up by an official rule. Though specific rules about sign stealing and technology have been proposed, none has ever been passed. If you read through the Official Baseball Rules, there is no mention of phones at all. read more

Phone calls between the dugout and bullpen will be made using cell phones this season as part of T-Mobile becoming the official wireless partner of Major League Baseball. Phone calls between the dugout and bullpen will be made using cell phones this season as part of T-Mobile becoming the official wireless partner of Major League Baseball. read more

Please be reminded that the use of electronic equipment during a game is restricted. No club shall use electronic equipment, including walkie-talkies and cellular telephones, to communicate to or with any on-field personnel, including those, in the dugout, bullpen, field and–during the game–the clubhouse. read more