Washington Nationals' Vargas throws 33 mph pitch in game vs. Padres, holding them scoreless.

Washington Nationals infielder Ildemaro Vargas threw a 33 mph pitch in a game against the San Diego Padres, leaving Nationals announcer Bob Carpenter in disbelief. Vargas pitched in the ninth inning of a 12-3 loss and held the Padres scoreless. His slowest pitch was recorded at 33.4 mph, compared to typical fastballs in the upper 90s or triple digits.

July 25, 2024
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