split-fingered fastball
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of split-fingered fastball
First recorded in 1975–80; split ( def. ) (in the sense “parted lengthwise”) + fingered ( def. ) + fastball ( def. )
Example Sentences
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The velocity of Yamamoto’s secondary pitches were also down, his curveball by 2.4 mph and his split-fingered fastball by 2.9 mph.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2024
Miller is breaking in a new split-fingered fastball that has shown some exciting potential.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 7, 2024
Unable to throw as hard as he could previously, Sutter had the good fortune to learn the split-fingered fastball from Cubs minor league pitching instructor Fred Martin at spring training in 1973.
From Washington Times • Oct. 14, 2022
Gausman admitted he has lacked command of his split-fingered fastball in his last two performances.
From Fox News • Jul. 25, 2021
Ohtani’s fastball was clocked at 94-96 mph in the first, and the split-fingered fastball he used to strike out Springer looked sharp.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 2, 2020
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