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Aroldis Chapman Sets Record with 102.3 mph Fastball

4/23/2025

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Aroldis Chapman, known as the "speed king" of baseball, etched his name in history by delivering the fastest pitch for six MLB teams, including a jaw-dropping 102.3 mph fastball for the Boston Red Sox. At 37, his remarkable average fastball velocity of 98.9 mph since 2002 cements his legacy as an unstoppable force in the game.

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Story summary

Aroldis Chapman, known as the "speed king" of baseball, etched his name in history by delivering the fastest pitch for six MLB teams, including a jaw-dropping 102.3 mph fastball for the Boston Red Sox. At 37, his remarkable average fastball velocity of 98.9 mph since 2002 cements his legacy as an unstoppable force in the game.