Did Chapman really throw 106?
In the bottom of the 9th inning, of Monday’s 9-3 win over the Reds, flame thrower Aroldis Chapman was on the mound facing Andrew McCutchen.
The radar gun at Great American Ball Park showed that Chapman hit 106 during the at-bat. MLB Game day was showing him topping out at 102 MPH.
GABP’s radar gun was also off yesterday, showing Joel Hanrahan hit 101 when game day showed 99.
The only reason why I’m bringing this up is because if, in fact, Chapman threw 106, it would be a major league record for the fastest pitch according to MLB Network.
Which one is correct?
Kristy Robinson
Highly doubt it was 106. My roommate goes to games to Cincy, and he says they beef up the numbers on the gun, especially when Chapman is in. Just about every ballpark does it too.
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I heard the same thing from someone who lives in Cincinatti. The only reason I care is because it set a new MLB Record. 102 is not 106. It’s a pretty big difference. When he threw 106, the tv broadcast showed 105 then they showed the radar gun at the stadium that said 106. Game day showed 102 for the same pitch.
Either way, it’s insanely fast. I’d rather it just be right though.
-Kristy