Major League Baseball Pitchers Set New Fastball Velocity Record
Major League Baseball pitchers have set a new record for fastball velocity, with four-seam fastballs averaging 94.8 mph according to MLB Statcast data. This marks the sixth consecutive season of increasing average fastball speeds in the league.
Albany Schenectady Troy, NY, September 29, 2026 — Major League Baseball pitchers have reached a new milestone in fastball velocity, establishing a league record for average speed. According to data compiled by MLB Statcast, four-seam fastballs across the league are now averaging 94.8 miles per hour.
This recent achievement signifies a continuing trend in professional baseball, as this marks the sixth consecutive season that average fastball speeds have shown an increase. The data indicates a sustained upward trajectory in the power output of pitchers throughout the league.
While MLB Statcast data provides precise measurements of pitch velocity, specific details regarding which pitchers or teams contributed most to this average, or the exact timeframe covered by this latest record-setting season beyond its designation as the sixth consecutive increase, were not provided in the summary.
The consistent rise in average fastball velocity highlights a potential evolution in pitching mechanics, training regimens, or equipment advancements within the sport. Further details on the factors contributing to this ongoing trend are not specified.
Story summarized from the original created by RONALD BLUM, Associated Press on www.news10.com, see more information here.
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