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Red Sox top prospect Payton Tolle showcased impressive pitching for Triple-A Worcester, throwing a fastball up to 98.6 mph, allowing only one hit and striking out nine over five innings, as he continues to impress in his development.
Mason Miller, a pitcher known for his fast 101 mph fastball, faced Lourdes Gurriel Jr., who hit a record-breaking 107.1 mph home run off him, highlighting the visceral excitement of radar gun readings in baseball. Despite Miller's impressive velocity, Gurriel's contact and power proved decisive in their encounter, culminating in a historic home run and a Padres victory.
Jacob Misiorowski, a young and talented pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers, defied expectations to be selected for the All-Star Game, showcasing his exceptional fastball and youthful exuberance, embodying the spirit of baseball's unpredictable and entertaining nature.
Kiefer Sutherland, famous for playing Jack Bauer on '24,' is a fan of MLB draft prospect Jack Bauer, a 103-mph-throwing pitcher. Sutherland finds it fun to root for someone with his character's name, while the young pitcher, who wears No. 24, is expected to be drafted soon and may choose between signing with an MLB team or playing college baseball. Sutherland's interest is partly inspired by his father's love for baseball.
Shota Imanaga, a Japanese pitcher for the Chicago Cubs, made his Cactus League debut, aiming to adjust his fastball for success in the MLB. While his performance in the game is not a major evaluation point, his ability to control his fastball and make adjustments will be crucial. The Cubs are working with him to change his mindset with the fastball and improve his pitch location, aiming for him to become a strong No. 2 in their rotation and make a significant impact in the upcoming season.
Minnesota Twins closer Jhoan Duran threw the fastest pitch of the 2023 MLB season, clocking in at 104.8 mph, breaking his own record. Duran's fastball is one of the fastest in the pitch tracking era, and he currently holds the second-highest average fastball velocity among pitchers. Despite not having a specific target, Duran continues to throw as hard as he can, impressing his manager and setting the stage for potentially more record-breaking pitches in the future.
Milwaukee Brewers prospect Jacob Misiorowski impressed at the SiriusXM Futures Game, showcasing his elite fastball that reached triple digits, hitting 102.4 mph. In his lone inning of work, Misiorowski struck out three batters and allowed only one hit. The flame-throwing right-hander has been making waves in the organization since being drafted in the second round last year, boasting a 2.53 ERA and 70 strikeouts in 46 1/3 innings between Low-A and High-A this season. Misiorowski's success in the Futures Game has boosted his confidence and left a lasting impression.
Hunter Greene led the Cincinnati Reds to a 9-0 win over the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field, striking out 11 batters and allowing only one hit in six innings. Greene's fastball was unhittable, regularly hitting 100 mph on the radar gun, and he effectively mixed in sliders that landed on the edges of the strike zone. The Cubs never threatened a rally, and they never even looked like they stood a chance against Greene on Friday.
Bryce Miller had an impressive MLB debut for the Seattle Mariners, carrying a perfect game into the sixth inning and striking out 10 batters while allowing just one run on two hits. His fastball, which averaged 95.3 mph and topped out at 97.3 mph, had elite spin and the most rise of any in baseball at 4.7 inches above average. Miller's debut was the best in Mariners history in terms of game score, with a score of 74. He has the potential to become a long-term piece of the Mariners' rotation.