Justin Verlander's Impossible Inning: A Study in Velocity and Spin Rate l Baseball Bits

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On May 24, 2012, Justin Verlander pitched the greatest inning ever. That's my thesis and I'm sticking to it. It was not an immaculate inning, nor was it three pitches. It was, however, the most dominant inning ever pitched. In this third episode of Baseball Bits, we take a look at data from Statcast and PITCHf/x to show precisely just how special Justin Verlander's four seam fastball spin rate and Justin Verlander's velocity were in the 8th inning. Statcast spin rate is huge now, but can we use PITCHf/x to get a good estimate for data before 2015? It's time to find out in this baseball video essay, which also seeks to explain the term "rising fastball."
Oh, and did I mention that JV is angry the whole time? He is angry enough that the KZbin video for this inning is simply called "Not Happy JV." That says a lot right there. He cranks out heater after heater, including a 102 MPH fastball that threatens to destroy the very fabric of our universe. Justin Verlander follows those up with devastating curveballs as well. While many have grown to love Justin Verlander on the Astros, the Justin Verlander Tigers days were something to behold, and I attempt to rectify a somewhat forgotten inning from a living legend. Why? I believe that it's the best inning ever pitched. Pure and simple. I mean, just look at that high spin rate fastball! You do not want to be on the receiving end of a Justin Verlander four seam fastball. I'm certain of that.
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[@chuckturdburger4612]

I used to think Justin Verlander was a lucky guy to be married to Kate Upton. Now I think Kate Upton is a lucky gal to be married to Justin Verlander.

[@timspillane979]

Kinda gay no?

[@efraing726]

Tim Spillane it is neva gai, if it is in Zimbabwe...

[@christopherr7195]

He did something more than shake his booty to get famous... of course she's the lucky one

[@marcelproust1520]

@@christopherr7195 Verlander threw a round object super fast.

[@christopherr7195]

Marcel Proust which took years of focus and directional accumulative work. Learning how to shake her ass and flash her smile was as natural as an apple falling from a tree.

[@MLB]

Awesome vid! Looking forward to more of these!

[@MrGrouch86]

holy shit an MLB comment....!

[@FoolishBaseball]

Thank you, baseball. I'm a big fan of your work as well. Can you do one where the Braves win a playoff series? It has been a while.

[@kevinnovo2197]

@@FoolishBaseball lmao legendary comment right here. Maybe you could wish for another Pirates winning season next?

[@MLB]

@@FoolishBaseball We will do what we can, we think the young Acuña should help with this

[@Chad-zd3ju]

Foolish Baseball omg bruh you have me rolling

[@HippoBoiO]

You cannot tell me how many times I've re-watched this masterpiece of a video, and masterpiece of an inning

[@DrippyEssential46]

HEY!YOUR IN 2020 TOO!

[@HippoBoiO]

@Charming Billy you can't tell me because I've lost track myself

[@carsonnickel6606]

I’ve been doing this for awhile and figured why stop now

[@savagedragn]

Bro I don’t even watch baseball and I’m in multiple views.

[@lagat164]

Here because I have at minimum 20 views.

[@lanceneidhardt4283]

102 mph isnt achievable for most pitchers at any point in the game. And JV does it after 100+ pitches... And now he just got his 3rd no hitter😳😳

[@benlike4938]

@Jonathan Stiles no doubt HOFer

[@happensq]

Fucking first ballot hall of fame. Right in there. Dude is an absolute beast on the mound, and has a hot af wife.

[@Meyr3356]

I didn't follow the controversies enough to know if the Astros pitching staff benefited from the sign stealing, but it's a damn shame that his only ring (so far) will forever carry an asterix that's almost as, if not as shameful as the one on Bonds' 756 ball

[@bryanrendleman2001]

@@Meyr3356 I hear ya. And how many fans actually really care about sign stealing and if anyone does it or not? Isn't that just all part of the games and strategy in every sport? I have always thought crying sign stealing was childish for grown men. I'm a big Coach Mike Leach fan and it's the only whiney rant he's ever had that I couldn't agree with when he was at Washington State.

[@Meyr3356]

@@bryanrendleman2001 It wasn't the sign stealing specifically, but the manner which they stole the signs. While not specifically against MLB rules, in 2001 Sandy Alderson, then the serving VP of MLB baseball operations, specifically stated that utilizing electronics to communicate with or between players (i.e. the red socks apple watch scandal, or using cameras linked to a vidscreen in the tunnel to steal signs) was tantamount to cheating.

[@ETYPEJaguar38]

Shin-soo Choo later told this to Korean media : "Verlander has this strange, freakish ability to pitch better as he goes deeper into the innings. He plays baseball like a video game."

[@stevethea5250]

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[@notchjohnson4713]

Naw, video games are coded for a pitcher to tire out at Verlanders pitch count. This inning doesn't make sense. His stuff was godly nasty this inning.

[@dreadbull5039]

Man crush

[@gollox4819]

He’s like a fine wine

[@dankseth452]

BaseballChamps500 literally everything about him gets better as time goes on

[@ludwigiapilosa508]

More proof that by tapping into feelings of anger and rage, the dark side grants the user incredible power.

[@ryanpenrod1859]

One might say... Unlimited power...

[@williamkeller5836]

the dark side is a pathway to many abilities some consider unnatural

[@ShaneGrogan724]

The Dark Side of the Force is a pathway to many abilities some consider to be... unnatural

[@oldthug7624]

I’m not quick to anger, but once that adrenaline from the rage comes, I can do things I never knew I could.

[@mylifeisguitar100]

Have you heard of the tragedy of darth plagieus the wise?

[@Verlisify]

I frequently come back to this video and every time I am impressed. That last pitch... wow

[@FoolishBaseball]

Glad to hear that. I appreciate all the kind comments you've left me ever since.

[@Verlisify]

@@FoolishBaseball and I appreciate all the content you keep putting out

[@lukaslambs5780]

@@FoolishBaseball favorite channel on KZbin!

[@jmgmobile]

I do, too. This is maybe the 6th time I've watched it. And I recommend it to other baseball fans who are unaware of this wonderful piece of work. All of them are hooked, too. Great job @Foolish Baseball!

[@bryanrendleman2001]

That last pitch was like a 97 mph lead weight sinker fast ball screwball slider whiffle.

[@hskshag00]

14:30 that “oh my goodness” in the back came from the soul

[@rlwelch]

11 pitches and nobody touched the ball. YIKES

[@Platypus_Warrior]

Maybe 50 innings said, went for the definition and still don't know what it is :(

[@stevethea5250]

catcher touched it

[@SplicerOtter]

Cabrera didn’t even bother taking his bat off his shoulders, he knew he would strike out. He just stood in the box for mere formalities

[@blinco1539]

@@stevethea5250took the words right out of my text bar

[@OtterSC2]

Excellent video, 102mph on pitch #116 does qualify as impossible I cant argue with that.

[@FoolishBaseball]

Let's face it, "Improbable Inning" doesn't quite have the same ring to it.

[@Salty_fenrir]

Cabrera's reaction looked like "How the hell am I supposed to hit that?!"

[@Snoil]

That was exactly it.

[@Karmy.]

101 FB 82 CB 102 FB 83 CB Absolutely unfair

[@nalgene247]

It was the physical incarnation of "whelp..."

[@admiralcapn]

This was my first Foolish Baseball experience and I still come back to it every now and again to enjoy both the fun and the passion of the presenter.

[@wynn67]

Classic Tigers not giving the Verlander any run support

[@wsupharmguy]

That's the same story for Felix Hernandez...

[@Karmy.]

Yep :/

[@danielhuculak1877]

It sucked watching all of his 1-0 or 2-1 losses over his career in Detroit. I realize that he usually faced the other team's best starting pitcher but he would've had a much better chance to reach 300 wins; an impressive feat for any pitcher, much less a guy who played college baseball before his career in the minors & MLB.

[@jonnie2bad]

most of their losses came late in the game losing a 1-2 run lead because the bullpen was trash.

[@pastagamer420]

god fuck the tigers (tigers fan). we choked more than three year olds who think hot wheels are edible and wasted the fuck out of one of the greatest pitchers ever’s prime. such bullshit. I’m glad he got a ring tho, he deserves everything he’s achieved.

[@dpowers1185]

I just randomly watched this video, then logged into ESPN to see that he JUST pitched his 3rd no hitter.

[@pacard33]

Sunday's game was sick. Such an amazing pitcher. Nolan Ryan II

[@benjamindavid5641]

I saw that game it was awesome 👏 I agree with Phil Cardenas Nolan Ryan ||

[@MrHeart12]

Did you see him dismantle the Rays in game 1 if the ALDS yesterday afternoon? Hes an animal and his teammate Gerrit Cole (also mentioned in this video) is on the mound tonight. Go 'Stros

[@kerrysmith1899]

@@MrHeart12 His most amazing stat? $77,000 for every inning pitched in his career.

[@MrHeart12]

@how to wrestleing I dont see anything in that comment that didnt age well. Lol. He did dismantle the Rays in game one and Cole was on the mound that night. Haha Go 'Stros.

[@williamsanders2348]

This was the first bits video I saw, and it's still my favorite. I wish they weren't so time consuming to make, I'd love to binge watch like, 200 of them.

[@FoolishBaseball]

I'm just working on making a big fat catalog so someone finding this channel years from now can do just that.

[@kaidenketterman2592]

@@FoolishBaseball report, I have done just that.

[@nglz]

@@FoolishBaseball You did it

[@killahcavalry]

@@FoolishBaseball confirmed

[@yoo909]

that is what i have been doing my man. love the dedication to the game

[@CarsonClaws]

How did the tigers not win a WS that year

[@dogboy7168]

because, thats why

[@nicholastricarico2957]

Because......Giants. Hope you like brooms.

[@dogboy7168]

pablo sandoval

[@gkdunch]

because us detroit sports teams have no way of winning a sport that isn't on ice

[@cbangs0563]

Fat Pablo Sandoval had the 4 games of his life, that’s why

[@fried2styles]

The last batter's reaction -- throws helmet and bat to ground in disgust -- says it all...

[@verigone2677]

I am pretty sure that last curveball made him throw up in his mouth a little

[@howardbaxter2514]

That last pitch was absolutely disgusting.

[@deadstar962]

howard baxter that last pitch was filthy

[@truonguyentram8066]

My anxiety was building so much because you didn’t show the last pitch, that was satisfying.

[@philipdawson7800]

He's like "fuck this shit"...

[@stevelucero9047]

That curve to Cabrera was SICK.

[@n.d.miller1543]

Looked inside to me.

[@matthutt7697]

I broke my ankle just watching it.

[@zachperez8937]

@@n.d.miller1543 they showed the zone though and it was within it

[@paysonfox88]

When I see Miguel Cabrera hitting sick pitches like Verlander's I say he's taking them to the doctor. Do you think that would catch on? A guy takes Verlander deep on a diving , late breaking curve down in the zone and the announcer says " he just took that sick pitch to the doctor"

[@jackhamilton2484]

"Wouldn't want to be Cabrara right now, that's why see ya later" lmao

[@Snoil]

That curveball wasn't good, it was evil and malicious 8>D

[@nivedlakshman9916]

“Yes, Strasburg is throwing a breaking ball.” That aged well.

[@rorye6952]

Wdym?

[@beeorsomething2230]

@@rorye6952 it’s a reference to FB’s Strasburg video where in one of the clips one of the commentators thought strasburg’s changeup was a fastball

[@theroberts6tally]

By far the best pitch was that first DISGUSTING curveball he threw

[@drkjk]

Filthy

[@jayit6851]

It was so dirty it had horse flies flying around it.

[@PBPTLP]

Uncleanable, unreal.

[@thedistantprinceinyouremai6345]

Buckled my knees just watching it jesus

[@brynmcdougald2418]

Leonardo's Truth are you joshing around or nah?

[@antonioguerrero2367]

Now I know why my highschool pitching machine is so hard to hit off of. It’s spin rate is literally 4500

[@B3Band]

literally

[@paulk6399]

literally

[@goozer326]

yllaretil

[@jhanks2012]

yeah but it's the same every time, so it should be easy to hit

[@lloydpetersilie5237]

@@jhanks2012 lol, you've never seen a 110mph fastball coming from a pitching machine nor a 90 mph curve ball fall flat on the plate... The trajectory can be monotonous and easy to hit, but once you start putting some effect into the ball you have no clue where it will be.

[@ExplanationMarks]

Pablo Sandoval in the World Series Game 1: "I'm personally going to make sure late-game Verlander doesn't exist."

[@jacobcook6921]

I remember watching this game and this team over 2012. This is kinda how it felt to be a fan at this point. Amazing starting pitching, offense that should have been amazing, and it was all incredibly frustrating but fun to watch. I miss this team and era for Tigers baseball.

[@JC-di2my]

I think this is the first time yt algorithm has recommended a good video to me. Keep it up!

[@FoolishBaseball]

I'm just thankful to be recommended by the almighty algorithm at all!

[@blahblibidyblahblah]

@@FoolishBaseball- the algorithm brought me to this fantastic video as well. It really is one of the best baseball videos on YT. Great job! But now the AI is learning too much and it's about to be Skynet all over the world!

[@TheNightOwl11683]

@@FoolishBaseball As an Astros fan that enjoyed every second of Verlander leading them to the World Series, I appreciate that this came through my recommended videos as well. The Chrono Trigger soundtrack was a nice touch as well.

[@gatesofosiris4756]

Reminds be of a Jon Bois type video. Great stuff.

[@FoolishBaseball]

Jon is definitely an influence. Great at Twitter too.

[@gatesofosiris4756]

@@FoolishBaseball Been watching all your videos now. Love them.

[@Baerinho]

@@gatesofosiris4756 from the EW group? Someone made the exact same comp there :)

[@bobthethird575]

You could say this is “pretty good”.

[@barondeau4495]

@@bobthethird575 it was pretty good

[@paulbbryan]

This got recommended to me again and what I picked up this time that made me smile was how the Cleveland crowd was clapping for Verlander at the end of the inning. These fans have been sitting through a low-scoring game and are cheering for the opposing pitcher who just struck out the side. Everyone in that stadium knew they were watching something special too.

[@danielmatthews4383]

Even though this comment is hella late, I actually remember watching this very game as a kid, and I will never forget the feeling of just watching a pitcher throw out of his mind. It was like watching a predator toy with its prey. An unreal inning, and I am happy that JV ended up getting his championship ring (even though it was with the Astros 🤮)

[@all-timealien4483]

Honestly I came into this video not expecting to be too impressed. But, you’ve convinced me, this is the best inning pitched. Verlander is nasty.

[@prillomon]

As a twins fan I definitely remember him in his prime being able to throw 100 mph 7-8 innings in after maybe throwing mid 90's for rest of game. I always believed he held back early to be able to bring that extra later. He is one of the last that bridge-gaps the old-school to new-school approach to pitching.

[@SecretSauceyjuice]

That's called 'being your own closer' lol

[@pacard33]

He's a dying breed, sadly.

[@GhostDrummer]

I don’t know how many times I’ve watched this video, but each time is like watching for the first time...it just doesn’t get old. Great job Brother!!!!

[@matrixphijr]

Me: A 15 minute video about one inning?! No way. Also me, 15 minutes later: _Woooooooooooowwwwwwwww, Verlander really is the best!_

[@jonnie2bad]

Detroit had JV, Sherzer, Porcello, Cabrera, and Martinez all on the same team and couldn't win because Dave DUMBrowski refused to acquire relief pitching. That world series was embarrassing as a tigers fan. Now we are stuck with Cabreras gigantic contract and have no money to do anything with.

[@TeamHeapMI]

I went to n game 3 and it was such a crappy feeling once they lost, all the hype down in Detroit that day was so much fun only to see runners stranded on base

[@avengerpat]

Jon Posadny same thing hes doing with the red sox rn

[@dmore454]

Don't forget we had fielder that season right before his body started to disintigrate and the underrated Fister. Personally, while I agree the relief pitching was awful then, I blame Scherzer for a lot of Detroit's post-season failings in that era, the dude was a playoff choke artist, so many 4-6 inning collapses happened with him on the mound in the playoffs around that time. Dude may have been a regular season all-star, but when it came to the games that mattered in the post-season , he more often than not turned out to be the opposing team's MVP

[@firstlast-ee7nu]

That stretch of Tigers baseball consistently put out contending teams that couldn’t quite get it done. It’s a shame, but some of the best Tigers players in history were in their prime and it was a pleasure to watch. The future will be bright for Detroit again, with Avila at the helm. The way the farm system is completely turning around, highlighted by Casey Mize and another top 5 pick on the way. The Tigers will be back.

[@ThekiBoran]

2012 was a wonderful post season. Go Giants!!!

[@FoolishBaseball]

Just want to say thanks to you all for watching my (admittedly sporatic) uploads! One small mistake that I noticed is that the word “implied” on the Statcast vs PITCHf/x chart should be “inferred.” Also I botched the pitcher wins rule, as Verlander still could have won the game had the Tigers scored in the top of the 9th. Oh well, at least I didn't mess up an important stat ;) 12/26 EDIT: Found one more error. Carlos Martinez, Jeff Samardzija , and Edwin Jackson have each gone over 100 MPH in the 8th inning or later once apiece. None of them went above 101 MPH. Baseball Savant's queries were being weird when I was doing the research, but now I have the full results.

[@icommentsometimes]

Foolish Baseball I’ve seen the “Not Happy JV” video before. You’re a great baseball analyst!

[@dutchamerican4760]

Foolish Baseball I love this guy’s mechanics and how he pitches on a downward plane. This spin rate observation is new to me and I wouldn’t have guessed a four seem fast ball would/could have a spin rate so much higher than an off speed curveball. As a Cubs fan I get to watch Jon Lester, but some of these pitchers are in a category of their own. Wow! Fun watch ...!

[@FoolishBaseball]

@@dutchamerican4760 Someone in the comment section pointed out that his curveball spin rate (with Statcast, that is) is also around the 2800 RPM range. Everyone's is a little different, however. I do believe the average curveball has a lower spin rate than the average four seam fastball.

[@prestonk6271]

Cool video either way, did you study sport analytics anywhere to know these stats or did you self-analyze it?

[@FoolishBaseball]

Preston K Not sure where one could study this type of thing in a classroom setting. I’m just a baseball nerd with some time on my hands.

[@shrek24jeremyb41]

So I live in Detroit and watched every single JV start in 2012/2013. We called it “Must See JV”. It literally was the slogan here. Every single outing had potential for a no-no. It was some of thee best baseball I ever got to watch. I’m happy watching this now knowing he’s got a couple rings. I miss the hell outta this team. It was incredible to watch.

[@justinssongsarehis2]

Watched this inning on SportsCenter the night it happened. They were equally in awe over how hard he was throwing that late but the highlights of the entire game were over in 1 minute... thank you for content like this; you did more stat work than all of Elias

[@GlennTheSadMarinersFan]

It is a shame statcast wasn't around for Nolan Ryan or Walter Johnson.

[@kamikazemadmax]

Or Bob Feller

[@howardbaxter2514]

It would be interesting. Even though we know both were absolute beasts and are two of the greatest pitchers to play the game, I would love to see how modern day greats, like Verlander, compare to them.

[@takingbacktoxic7898]

@@howardbaxter2514 Of all the pitchers out there, JV is the only one who actually reminds me of Nolan Ryan

[@choiyatlam2552]

Jeff M Though I believe Verlander‘s command is much better.

[@howardbaxter2514]

@@takingbacktoxic7898 he's definitely the only one that comes close to Nolan Ryan in terms of talent. He's a great pitcher, and worthy of the Hall of Fame someday.

[@SummoningSalt]

Great work

[@FoolishBaseball]

Thanks, I love your videos!

[@Poempedoempoex]

Big fan

[@Whitsoxrule1]

I'll take popular youtubers I never expected to see in the comments of a geeky baseball video for $1000, Alex

[@Benjamin72297]

Quality content club

[@Gorczy]

Damn, what a combo!

[@jefferynatter6143]

Don’t mind me just back for my monthly viewing of this absolute *masterpiece* of a video and inning, thanks once again Mr. Foolish you truly outdid yourself on this

[@Ryanrichey13]

I haven’t enjoyed watching a video and hearing the pure joy and astonishment in your voice and seeing JV at his finest in a long time, THANK YOU!

[@andrewcostanza6802]

Innings like this. Moments like this. These are the things that give Detroit sports fans their love of the game. We're used to disappointment, 62 years since the last Lions championship, 35 since the last Tigers, 15 years for the Pistons and one of the worst records in the NHL the last two years in a row. But then you get flashes like this. "Have you ever seen this inning?" you ask. I've seen this inning probably a dozen times. It's one of the most beautiful things. This, Stafford leaping over the Cowboys, and Stafford leading the charge with a dislocated shoulder are three of the things keeping me a Detroit sports fan. I have one Tattoo, it's the Tigers' Old English D, and it's because of Verlander that I have it. With the performances he gave to this team, he will always be my Tiger no matter what colors he's wearing. Glad you got your ring finally JV. We miss you and wish you NOTHING but success!

[@nathanielthomas2502]

I'm 35, grew up in the 90s with baseball as my #1 sport, love my tigers during those horrible years, laughing stock on sportscenter, so when the 2006 season came & started our run of good - great baseball I enjoyed every second of. It was the greatest time in Detroit sports history with 3 of the 4 major sports teams were legitimate championship contenders Pistons won 64 games coming off of back to back final appearances, Wings still in the middle of their 25 year run that produced 4 cups in 11 years. Even Michigan & Ohio St were undefeated that year ranked #1+#2 heading into their game. My greatest pain from being a die hard tigers fan wasn't 2012 World Series sweep although very painful. It was the 2013 ALCS loss to Boston. The greatest tiger team I ever saw..I still appreciate those wonderful years in Detroit sports especially now with where we are now. I told fairweather tigers fans who loved to bitch on the rise of sports radio in this area to enjoy it because I remember the 90s

[@rooster5572]

You shouldve been watching more hockey my friend. Look up the 02 wings. A more dominant team could not be found ever. They would sweep the cup any year they played

[@jimscobie6646]

I was like, HE DIDN'T SHOW THE LAST PITCH! I miss him on the Tigers. That curveball is sick!

[@chrishard9801]

We love him in Houston thank you for sharing

[@stevethea5250]

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[@gst013]

What happened on the last pitch??

[@gdn86]

I've seen quite a few of these and decided to go back to see all the ones I haven't, and I have to say, this is the best baseball history channel on KZbin. Fantastic stuff.

[@wearit]

This video is as flawless as the inning it represents. Thank you!

[@WesleyAPEX]

He’s only gotten better since going to the Astros

[@tidefanyankee2428]

And he married Kate Upton.......he's that good AND he has her.....life, just isn't fair sometimes....it should be one, or the other......sigh.....

[@karozhun_0895]

Watched him come up through the minors and with the tigers. Hes the best ive ever seen. They dont even have to vote, just let him have his 2 min speech and give him a permanent parking sticker to the hall

[@randallbrown8495]

Nonsense.

[@Karmy.]

@@karozhun_0895 it's just too bad he always stunk every time I went to a game that he was pitching lol

[@karozhun_0895]

Ever notice how many tigers went on to flourish after they left? Sad

[@justinleeflores]

Baseball talk over Chrono Trigger OST, sold.

[@mikepalmer1676]

It's the crossover that I didn't know I wanted. 💯

[@michiganweather]

You’ve made a Tiger’s fan immensely proud today, thank you for your brilliant videos!

[@mateokurzeja1820]

I remember watching that inning as a kid live. I was only 12 but even then I knew the significance enough for it to stick in my memory this long. Justin Verlander will forever be my favorite pitcher

[@Snoil]

Watched it as well, and still recall the 'Would not to be Cabrera' remark lol Then that wicked curve!

[@benjo6756]

My dad came running to tell me that JV threw 102 in the 8th and I watched this inning over. I had forgotten about it since

[@shinyquagsireYT]

I was watching this video when I got the notification that Verlander was talking his no-hitter into the 9th against the Blue Jays. I had it tabbed as he finished off the no-hitter. Talk about a coincidence

[@andretoles9505]

Yeah I saw this last year....seeing updates of the 3rd no hitter brought me here 😆

[@DanielMargheim]

I was not aware of this inning before seeing this video for the first time several months ago. I have now rewatched it a dozen times or so with friends to help immortalize this incredible performance.

[@bquillaguyd2940]

These videos are made with so much love and subtle intelligence, I'm all for them. Verlander do breaks what is expected of this baseball era pitchers.

[@jetsamperes5762]

Watching Verlander I legitimately expected a no-hitter every start. His stuff was and is nasty, filthy - and yeah watching the MPH increase after the 7th inning was completely unfair to anyone holding a bat. Usually by the third time through a batting order, the advantage goes to the hitter - unless JV is staring you down. I"m glad he got his ring but I was sorry to see him go. They should have won it all in 2013 - if not ironically for the worst pitched inning at the worst possible time they might have.

[@mattthomas1442]

The start before this he lost a no hitter in the 9th inning on a bloop hit. Still finished the game with a shutout and 12Ks. I believe in 2011 and 2012 he had something like a dozen or so starts where he carried a no hitter until atleast the 7th inning. It was crazy.

[@campfireacousticcovers]

jack bran , it is what it is. And that’s baseball for ya.

[@increase9896]

@jack bran pablo sandoval rekt verlander lol

[@klayniltasuwan7984]

why are you speaking past tense. he is still doing it........ thumbs down to you

[@williamwhite8889]

@RonnyDonny13 irrelevant, when he has his stuff he is the most dominant pitcher in the league

[@kayleighlehrman9566]

Idk about Nolan Ryan being the only other pitcher who could crack 102mph 100 pitches in; the absolute unit of Randy Johnson is also a contender there

[@mightbegenius]

Randy Johnson is the hardest throwing starter I've ever seen and Ive been watching baseball for 30 years

[@kennynguyen6246]

I'm just waiting for a young japanese pitcher to throw 100+ like Shigeno Goro every pitch ( Anime character in a good baseball series, Major) and for them to come over to the Majors.

[@Veggamattic]

Good point...I'd say 80's Clemens too.

[@roblobster10]

Ya I agree with you, and there are probably a few others who could've done this. But ultimately, what makes it so impressive is that you can sit here and and debate about it, and realistically only say a few pitchers are capable of this. Out of the thousands of SP's who have played baseball. It's insane.

[@commentcopbadge6665]

"unit" of Randy "Johnson". LOL!! Oh hell. "Randy". LOL!!

[@junkwaxdrake]

I’ve watched this probably 25 times and it still blows me away.

[@Matts_Smirkingrevenge]

I just found this channel and have watched all the videos in under 24hr. MLB needs to hire this man fast. These are great and especially with the sport on hiatus they need to be pressing this type of marketing more than ever. Long live Foolish Baseball! Long live the stat nerd!

[@shaindaman13]

This was truly jaw-dropping. Verlander is a MACHINE. Sure wish his team couldve given him some help.

[@andrewkravmaga1833]

If y'all look closely enough, that 102 melted a little of Cabrera's face off onto his bat.

[@rdepaulo1]

A thing of beauty. In Stalking the Wild Asparagus, we are told to know what to look for, know where to look for it, and know it when you have found it. Thanks for taking the time to do that and for sharing

[@brenanconroy4052]

This is one of these amazing videos from both a storytelling perspective, and a just amazing feat of baseball. This and your Strasburg video are some of my absolute favorites and got me into the baseball nerd side of youtube, are frequent rewatches, and just make me happy that people still care about baseball this much.

[@xedralya]

Oh, I definitely remember this inning. It was always memorable when JV started throwing 102. He did it during his no-hitter against the Brewers, too - in the ninth inning. One thing you probably missed (and understandably so) is that it wasn't just the loss/no-decision factoring into JV's anger going into this inning. The Indians had his number like no other team for the longest time in his career. This appearance was his first against the Indians after winning both the Cy Young and MVP awards in 2011, which was a major step up for him in terms of personal performance. To be facing down losing to the Indians AGAIN after achieving the arguable pinnacle of a starting pitcher's career...yeah, I'd be pretty pissed off too. P.S. Love the Chrono Trigger soundtrack. ;)

[@HaydenSchiff]

Wow, this is a really interesting video -- was shocked to see your channel is so young with this level of quality. Keep it up dude!

[@zzarseniczz1]

Completely agree great job!

[@galil_6863]

I had never heard if this inning before. To be honest, I almost dropped tears while watching this video, it was just... I have no words to explain

[@brawlplayer99]

I was in the stadium when Verlander pitched his no hitter against the Blue Jays in 2011. As someone who didn't follow the sport at the time, my dad was the one to tell me just how special that was. Since then, I've held a lot of respect for Verlander. As someone who is still more casually into baseball, I clicked on this vid because his name was slapped on it. Good job and sick video.

[@jhamaker]

Giants fan here, and I remembered how intimidating Verlander's presences was in Game 1 of the WS. When the Giants beat him, you kind of knew where it was headed.

[@justinred3382]

As a Tigers fan I would have to agree.

[@whowho8470]

I can remember tiger's pitching coach coming out to talk to him on the mound during that game and you could see Verlander's body language like are you seriously coming out here to talk to me right now? Go back in the friggin dugout.

[@danielyoung5417]

All of the runs Verlander gave up in Game 1 were with 2 outs. It was that kind of game.

[@akhuskyzz895]

Lol that ws was rigged

[@TheNumberScott]

Pablo Sandoval hitting 3 homers in that game is why sf won the whole ws.

[@timholt3449]

My anxiety was building so much because you didn’t show the last pitch, that was satisfying.

[@MikeyJ7567]

Ive never been so educationally satisfied with learning pitching stats until i found this gem, thank you for sharing this dope piece MLB info

[@lesevesel2898]

This is a master's class in observation and data collecting. I love every second of this video.

[@DrBill-zv5dx]

This is awesome pitching 102 in the 8th inning is like putting a man on the moon . Impossible.

[@CaptainVideo1960]

Yet both happened. Impossible is not an option

[@Andvare]

That was good, it was almost Pretty Good.

[@masonhoover165]

WE WANT JON BOIS

[@aidanpowell9143]

Mason Hoover WE WANT JON BOIS

[@marcantonios1066]

I already loved watching Justin Verlander. This video also made me love watching your vids. Really expert presentation, editing and the lot. Also can't help but smile at seeing the Chrono Trigger music being used. Love the content

[@joethompson1898]

God, this is one of the greatest baseball vids I’ve ever seen. Thanks FB

[@havingfun6981]

Detroit fan here. This is perhaps one of the best videos on KZbin, ever! Great job. I am sure that Justin Verlander appreciates such a great documentary on this otherwise forgettable game. He deserves the recognition. Glad he was finally able to receive the gift he deserved. My only regret that it was not in Detroit. But, we are happy for him!

[@matthias2756]

How do you have such low views? This is a quality video

[@FoolishBaseball]

In comparison to the rest of my channel, this is actually really doing good numbers.

[@hoosierflatty6435]

@@FoolishBaseball Posting your vids on reddit.com/r/baseball will for sure bring in some views if you're interested. Subscribers there will love this.

[@FoolishBaseball]

@@hoosierflatty6435 It's been posted there twice already! This video is blowing up my standards. I've rocketed about 200 subs in the past few days from it.

[@NickKrige]

@@FoolishBaseball you don't have to worry about your standards, as the lad said above this is quality.

[@burningphoneix]

Because he mostly put let's play before this. I really hope he focuses on baseball bits more, there's a dearth of Baseball content on youtube.

[@adamsalisbury3998]

As a lifelong tigers fan, seeing this today, always remembering the 06 and 12 series, it’s awesome to see a part of what made the year so special. Still a JV fan and happy he got a ring with the Stros and hopes he gets another one this year!

[@koreyjeffers6963]

The second I hear that chrono trigger ost my heart gets way more hype than I think anyone else would understand

[@chrisphil1724]

I came for Tigers Baseball, I stayed for Chrono Trigger! EDIT: Great Job editing this video! I see so much bad editing on KZbin but you have some freaking talent. If you don't edit by profession, you should be. Take that from someone that does.

[@TeamHeapMI]

Even the comment was edited 😉

[@sensgaming2461]

Well, fancy seeing you here!

[@DarkShines86]

Yes! Glad someone else recognized

[@ChrisSauce77]

HAHA "HE GOT REKT" ... well done vid! Thank you for highlighting what I saw in all the years I watched the Tigers .... Justin Verlander is a baaaaaaaaaaaaaad man!!!

[@icedo1013]

I just found your channel today. I live just south of Detroit and I was completely oblivious to this event so clicking this video was a no brainer. Not only was I truly blown away by the meat and potatoes of this video, and not only did I feel such an immense sense of pride (albeit nostalgically) for my team and more specifically their long time pitcher, but I was thrilled to discover this game occurred on my birthday. This is by far the best KZbin video I’ve seen all week and I hope this like and sub feels as well deserved as I intend it to be.

[@gonuts4donuts]

Just south as in downriver or just south as in across the border in Canada?😁 I'm originally from just north of Detroit, within spitting distance of 8 mile in Ferndale. Now I'm a "Hoosier" but still a Michigander first. And yet I've never heard of this inning until watching this video, seems like magic lost in a meaningless mid-season game

[@rickfromtexas4659]

Amazing effort by JV. I had never seen this before. Thanks for bringing it to my attention. Here in Houston, we are hoping that he comes back later this season.

[@scottpowell4342]

You asked for it: Yes, I saw it live. As a lifelong Tiger fan, I realized the badassness of this at the time. It was fun seeing JV pissed, knowing that no one was going to touch those pitches, and at the same time, knowing that he was going to take the loss, something he did regularly on a team that somehow did not score much for him. In that season he received the 4th worst support in the AL, almost a full run less than the next closest teammate. Strangely, it has continued to Houston. Maybe they think with him on the mound, they won't need to score much.

[@brandonday2494]

The lack of run support has always been a little strange. I partly attribute it to the players standing around watching in so many games. Justin will give up a home run, but so many of his outs are strikeouts, pop-ups, and routine fly balls, that maybe it just lulls the guys behind him into some complacency. Just so much weak contact and routine outs. So many games where he just mowed through lineups with few hard groundballs or liners at all. I haven't looked at Scherzer's run support in Washington, but I wouldn't be surprised to see the same thing.

[@claycassin8437]

It is simply because he routinely is pitted against the other team's top ace pitcher. Even the mighty Astros lineup can sputter against the likes of Morton, Bieber, or Minor. Luckily, they don't have to face four of the top five pitchers in the AL, since they all start for the Astros...but letting Charlie Morton(currently #4 AL) go was a big mistake.

[@KyleHauff]

Insta-liked for the Chrono Trigger music alone! Also a great vid overall; loved the humor and personality. I really enjoyed the esoteric backstory to this forgotten inning. I can tell that you put a lot of effort into this video and the results showed.

[@boogie05]

I’m disappointed in myself for recognizing that picture when you said “No wonder Kate Upton loves him”

[@PoorGamer13]

I have watched this video four times, and it’s truly amazing.

[@Danstaafl]

Justin Verlander is the Mayor of whiff city. that 102mph pitch just after that wicked curve prooves it beyond doubt. his 116th pitch.. in the 8th inning. holy moley.. i'm impressed.. i had never seen this before, thanks for the post.. fun to watch!

[@verigone2677]

Ryan was the original mayor of Whiff City...Verlander is Governor of Wiffconsin.

[@Someone-hi1nt]

@@verigone2677 nazis dont deserve the credit that you give to the niagara falls my fellow chess fan

[@verigone2677]

@@Someone-hi1nt I am not exactly sure I understand what you are saying but id made me chuckle

[@jplosman55]

As a Tigers fan, I’ve seen the original “Not Happy JV” video before, but I’m sure if I wasn’t I wouldn’t know about it. Love watching Verlander pitch no matter what uniform he’s in.

[@graymancini4733]

Your videos are fantastic. I’ve only seen three of them, but they make me want to see the entirety of these players histories after watching them. You are very convincing.

[@mcroxton]

I’ve watched this video three times! The first 11 pitches gave me chills, but my eyes started watering after that last pitch! Great video from a Detroit Tigers and Justin Verlander fan!

[@mcroxton]

Same exact thing just happened again 1 year later. This inning was ridiculous!

[@KingJerbear]

I'm not even a baseball fan, and this video was incredible. Helps to appreciate the power and finesse that makes great pitcher like Verlander such a success.

[@stevenson720]

from UK and know or care little about baseball (sorry) but sporting greatness is just amazing to see. Loved it Thanks.

[@horse54a]

same here live in cleveland and saw that game he was the total bomb, I would not wanted to be standing in front of him cause you know hes pissed, and he is going to compete till they yank him off the mound, I loved it! Glad to get to see it again. Awesome stuff Mate.

[@kylesturmer6600]

i keep coming back to this video and I'm more impressed every time I watch it I must have watched this 5-10 times now and just wow...

[@cooperhutson7869]

3 years later and yup... this is the first time I've seen this Inning. And moving forward, this shall now be my vote for the greatest Inning ever thrown👌

[@WaffleLover-my1hi]

Great video! I really enjoyed the graphics and the topic of the video. I had never heard of this inning, but granted I wasn't really a baseball fan till 2013. Looking forward to your next upload!

[@FoolishBaseball]

Hey thank you so much. I'll try to have something out soon!

[@campfireacousticcovers]

Hear hear!!

[@johnlysic6727]

Excellent! Thank you for this..... I had no idea but your lengthy effort at explaining your point was worth it.

[@downbaddav2296]

bailey, i cry every time i watch this. it's the best baseball video ever

[@justinkotalac6749]

I was at this day game in Cleveland, the battle of the Justin's, Masterson vs. Verlander. They were both absolutely dealing that day and I remember this inning. My buddy and I were in awe as to what we just watched (and we're both Indians fans) As soon as I saw the title of this video, this inning was the first thing that came to my mind still, 8 years later! Great vid!

[@garyweglarz]

That was fun! Thanks. Two things you "can't measure" are "heart," and "pissed." Verlander combines both in this inning and it's sort of like watching a lit stick of dynamite!

[@MrDannyg77]

Really good work here. I’ve been a fan of baseball my entire 60 year long life I still believe that it’s the greatest sport ever invented. It has so much to offer that even in a regular season game in a losing effort there are little gems, nay pure diamonds, there for our enjoyment. Thank you for bringing it to me and reaffirming why I love this game so much.

[@joe-op2gr]

baseball truly is the best sport ever. almost every other sport requires you to go from one side of the field to the other

[@Curaclees]

Saw every start of JV's MVP year as a kid and these stats still blow my mind. The 44 100 mph 8th inning or later is just so special. Glad Detrpit sports finally on the rise because every team had special talents back then

[@Ugolino]

This is one of my favorite videos ever🤗❤️I rewatch it all the time.