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Why are #MLB averages down? Exhibit A: % of all (2- and 4-seam) fastballs that are over 95mph vs. batting average, 2008-2016:

Exhibit B: % of all fastballs *in innings 1-3* that are over 95mph vs. batting average, 2008-2026:

Exhibit C: % of all fastballs >95mph and % of all fastballs in innings 1-3 > 95mph:

18/9/26, 1:49 am0 reposts0 likes

#MLB hitters are seeing the kind of velocity for the entire game that they used to only see in late innings.