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two-seam fastball

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A pitch thrown with a grip in the "horseshoe" orientation of the ball, with the rotation at a slight angle resulting in less Magnus effect as compared to a four-seam fastball since only two of the ball's seams cross the flight path; the pitch is delivered with a similar velocity as a four-seam fastball, but has a degree of sink.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: ball-games, baseball, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

Examples

  • His two-seamer has a heavy sink and keeps the infielders busy.

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