May 29, 2024 · Velocity is king nowadays, so here are the ten fastest pitches in MLB history. Unsurprisingly, Aroldis Chapman owns many of the top spots.

Oct 2, 2025 · Here are the 10 fastest pitches since the implementation of Statcast, measured by velocity as the ball leaves the pitcher's hand for the regular season and playoffs:

Jul 16, 2025 · Nicknamed the "Cuban Missile," Chapman made his MLB debut with the Cincinnati Reds on Aug. 31, 2010. Just one month later, on Sept. 24, 2010, he threw the fastest recorded pitch in …

Chapman threw the fastest pitch recognized by MLB on September 24, 2010, at Petco Park in San Diego, California. It was clocked at 105.1 mph to Tony Gwynn Jr. in the eighth inning.

Apr 12, 2023 · According to data from Baseball Savant, the hardest thrown pitch since 2007 (the beginning of the pitch tracking era) belongs to Chapman, who hit 105.8 mph on a fastball against the …

Sep 4, 2024 · On September 22, St. Louis Cardinals reliever Ryan Helsley threw the fastest pitch in MLB this season with a 104 mph fastball against San Diego Padres slugger Josh Bell.

Oct 25, 2024 · Aroldis Chapman holds the record for the fastest recorded pitch in MLB history with his 105.8 mph throw. The Cuban left-hander delivered this record-breaking pitch in 2010, playing for the …

Mar 26, 2025 · A moment etched in baseball history: the fastest pitch ever recorded in MLB, a feat that defied all speed limits and left an indelible mark on the game. Find out which one it was, who threw it …

Nov 12, 2025 · As we dive deeper into the realm of speed, let's take a look at the record holders for the fastest pitches ever thrown in Major League Baseball (MLB). Here’s a rundown of the top pitches …

Apr 2, 2020 · In the 21st century, there is no question as to who has thrown the fastest pitch on record. It’s an actual record in the Guinness World Records and that feat belongs to Aroldis Chapman.