Nolan Ryan Hit 100.9 MPH in 1974 Using Rockwell International Radar
The host explains that in 1974, the Angels had aerospace company Rockwell International develop an infrared Doppler instrument to measure pitch speed. During an August 20, 1974 game against the Detroit Tigers, Nolan Ryan reached 100.9 mph using this technology.
“On August 20, 1974, Ryan hit 100.9 mph during a game against the Detroit Tigers.”
Heard on Everything Everywhere Daily — “The Fastball”, published Sunday, October 25, 2026. Heardvine summarizes and quotes with attribution and timestamps, and links to the original everywhere.