Yankees pitchers have turned down the heat in 2025
Briefly

The Yankees' pitching performance has undergone a significant transformation from 2022 to 2025. In 2022, they boasted the highest average fastball velocity in MLB, leading with 95.3 mph and producing an impressive number of high-speed pitches. However, by the 2025 season, they have fallen to the lowest average at 92.5 mph. Despite this drop in velocity, the Yankees' pitching staff remains competitive, currently ranking near the middle of the league in ERA, FIP, and WAR, indicating they have adjusted effectively to their slower pace.
In 2022, the Yankees led MLB in average fastball velocity at 95.3 mph, showcasing their dominance with 1,860 pitches exceeding 98 mph.
By 2025, the Yankees became the team with the slowest average fastball in MLB at 92.5 mph, reflecting significant changes over three years.
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