Mets pitcher Nolan McLean throws 3,399 RPM curveball on June 30

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Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Mets pitcher Nolan McLean throws 3,399 RPM curveball on June 30
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On June 30, 2026, New York Mets pitcher Nolan McLean showcased his remarkable skills by throwing a curveball that reached 3,399 RPM. This incredible pitch was part of his repertoire, which also includes a fastball approaching 100 miles per hour. McLean, who transitioned from quarterback and two-way player in college, continues to impress with his pitching prowess. The significant rotation of his curveball highlights the challenges hitters face against him in modern baseball.

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  • Nolan McLean is a right-handed pitcher for the New York Mets.
  • He previously played quarterback at Oklahoma State University.
  • His curveball recorded a maximum spin rate of 3,399 RPM.
  • McLean's fastball approaches nearly 100 miles per hour.
  • This performance occurred during a night game on June 30, 2026.
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  • 11:26 PMYahoo SportsMets' Nolan McLean threw a near-impossible 3,399 RPM curveball
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