Padres’ Mason Miller on the line as Wild Card Series Game 3 showdown with Cubs approaches – Will the flamethrower make history or falter under pressure?
Breaking News: Padres Flamethrower Mason Miller Makes History with Record-Breaking 104.5 mph Pitch in Wild Card Series Game 2 Against Cubs
In a thrilling matchup between the San Diego Padres and the Chicago Cubs, flamethrower Mason Miller made history with a record-breaking 104.5 mph pitch, becoming the fastest postseason pitch on record. The Padres were facing elimination in Game 2 of the National League Wild Card Series, with Miller stepping up in a crucial moment to secure a 3-0 win for his team.
Manager Mike Shildt called upon Miller after a solid performance by starter Dylan Cease and All-Star lefty setup man Adrián Morejón. With the Padres down 0-1 in the best-of-three series, Miller delivered a dominant performance, striking out key Cubs batters such as Seiya Suzuki, Carson Kelly, and Pete Crow-Armstrong in the seventh inning.
Miller continued his impressive display in the eighth inning, striking out Dansby Swanson and Moisés Ballesteros before narrowly missing Michael Busch with a sharp backfoot slider. This set the stage for closer Robert Suarez to come in and secure a four-out save, sealing the victory for the Padres.
The highlight of the game came with Miller’s 104.5 mph four-seamer, a pitch that left fans and players alike in awe of his incredible velocity. This pitch not only set a new postseason record but also showcased Miller’s exceptional talent and skill on the mound.
As the Padres continue their playoff journey, all eyes will be on Mason Miller as he looks to maintain his dominant form and lead his team to further success in the postseason. Stay tuned for more updates on this historic moment in baseball history.
