Former Red Sox Pitcher Explains the Sinking Fastball
Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Bill Lee explains the effectiveness of a sinking fastball.
March 16, 2023
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Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Bill Lee explains the effectiveness of a sinking fastball.
Baseball is often regarded as “America’s favorite pastime.” And while the title may or may not fit, one thing is for certain. Since its inception, the game has won the hearts and minds of the American people. Major League Baseball is one of the biggest sports organizations in the world, and the second biggest in the USA (only topped by the National Football League).
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