Ben Joyce Throws 105.5 MPH Fastest Strikeout Pitch in Pitch-Tracking Era for Dodgers

Sep 4, 2024, 03:56 AM

Ben Joyce made history by throwing a 105.5 mph fastball, the fastest strikeout pitch recorded in the pitch-tracking era since 2008. This pitch, which struck out Tommy Edman to end the top of the ninth inning, is the third-hardest pitch ever thrown, with only Aroldis Chapman having thrown faster pitches at 105.8 mph and 105.7 mph. The game between the Dodgers and their opponents was tied 2-2 at the time, and Joyce's performance marked his first time hitting 105 mph in the majors. Ben Joyce also had a perfect inning with 2 strikeouts.