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Nolan McLean Aims for 35 Games, Boosts Fastball Velocity

3/29/2026

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New York Mets pitcher Nolan McLean has shown improvement since his mid-August call-up last season, posting a 1.37 ERA in five Double- and Triple-A starts.
Now entering his second year, he aims to pitch about 35 games this season, up from 29 last year.
He increased his fastball velocity from 95.8 mph to 97.7 mph during the World Baseball Classic.

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New York Mets pitcher Nolan McLean has shown improvement since his mid-August call-up last season, posting a 1.37 ERA in five Double- and Triple-A starts.
Now entering his second year, he aims to pitch about 35 games this season, up from 29 last year.
He increased his fastball velocity from 95.8 mph to 97.7 mph during the World Baseball Classic.