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Jacob Misiorowski's 1st-inning fastball velocity for Brewers vs. Yankees is unmatched in baseball history
TL;DR
Jacob Misiorowski recorded the highest first-inning fastball velocity in baseball history against the Yankees, with his 10th-fastest pitch reaching 102 mph. This performance marks a significant achievement in MLB pitching records.
Key points
- Jacob Misiorowski threw the highest first-inning fastball velocity in MLB history
- His 10th-fastest pitch was clocked at 102 mph
- He plays for the Milwaukee Brewers
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Jacob Misiorowski may have been just a little amped up to face the New York Yankees.
The Milwaukee Brewers' right-handed ace threw the most absurd first inning of fastball velocity in baseball history.
To sum it up one way: His 10th-fastestpitch of the first inning was 102 miles per hour.
He touched 104 once.
He hit 103 eight times.
And then he had that 102.
Absolute absurdity.
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Misiorowski is consistently one of the hardest-throwing pitchers in the game, despite starters usually throwing softer than relievers.
His slider, for example, often reaches the upper-90s.
Q&A
What was Jacob Misiorowski's fastest pitch against the Yankees?
Jacob Misiorowski's fastest pitch against the Yankees reached an impressive 102 miles per hour.
How does Misiorowski's first-inning fastball velocity compare to historical records?
His first-inning fastball velocity is unmatched in baseball history, setting a new benchmark for future pitchers.
Which team did Jacob Misiorowski face when he set this fastball record?
Jacob Misiorowski set this fastball record while facing the New York Yankees.