SportsSeptember 6, 2026
offspeed
OFF-speed
Definition
Refers to pitches thrown at a slower velocity than a pitcher's fastball, intended to disrupt a batter's timing.
Etymology
A compound of 'off' and 'speed,' emerging in baseball terminology to describe pitches that intentionally lack the high velocity (speed) of a standard fastball.
In the news
The article describes the success of pitcher Ian Seymour by noting how effectively he utilized his 'offspeed' pitches alongside his fastball to keep hitters off balance.
Ian Seymour pulled in fourth against Rangers
Read the full article ↗NBC Sports