fastball

Example Sentences

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Ohtani roped a first-pitch fastball to right field, clocking an exit velocity of 110.7-mph, into the glove of Twins outfielder Kody Clemens.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

Then, Ohtani threw a first-pitch fastball inside to Ryan Kreidler.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 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

At the start of the first inning, Johnny had his fastball too, but he hit the first batter and walked the second.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson