Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski sets a World Series velocity record by throwing a 103.5 mph fastball with his first pitch of the Fall Classic. ESPN reports the mark comes on the very first offering, establishing the fastest pitch in World Series history.

Other outlets echo the same core detail: Misiorowski’s record comes immediately at the start of his appearance in the 2026 World Series, and The Independent adds the opponent and context by identifying Rays hitter Yandy Díaz as the batter he faced. Yahoo Sports likewise frames the performance as the standout “record heat” moment on MLB’s biggest stage.