STARTERS: Fastball Velocity Changes
Jul 22 2012
Let's revisit fastball velocity changes from 2011 to 2012 to find buying opportunities, as well as guys who have more risk than it may appear.
First, the SP who have added the most velocity to their fastballs. Then those who have lost the most.
Average Fastball Velocity - 2012 vs. 2011
-------MPH------
Name League 2011 2012 Diff
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Matusz, Brian AL 88.5 90.8 +2.3
Porcello, Rick AL 90.4 92.2 +1.8
Liriano, Francisco AL 91.8 93.2 +1.4
Millwood, Kevin AL 88.9 90.3 +1.4
Lyles, Jordan NL 89.8 91.1 +1.3
Hughes, Phil AL 91.2 92.3 +1.1
Gee, Dillon NL ...
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