fastball

Example Sentences

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While Lauer eventually settled, the command of his fastball remained absent.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2026

On Sunday, his 95.1-mph average fastball velocity was 0.7 mph above his season average, according to Statcast — a promising sign.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2026

Jacob Misiorowski of the Milwaukee Brewers has a fastball that averages 99.9 mph and has topped out at 103.6.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Jacob Misiorowski of the Milwaukee Brewers has a fastball that averages 99.9 mph and has topped out at 103.6.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

He could see a flying football or a John McNab fastball better than anybody.

From "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli