Jacob Mijolowski Sets Fastest Pitch Record as Kazuma Okamoto Hits 18th HR

Brewers right‑hander Jacob Mijolowski recorded a 105.5 mph (169.7 km/h) fastball in his start against the Chicago Cubs on June 27, 2026, breaking the previous record for the fastest pitch by a starting pitcher. The milestone followed his earlier 104.5 mph effort two weeks earlier.

Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto hit a two‑run homer in the ninth inning of a game against the Texas Rangers, raising his season total to 18 home runs. The strike ties him for third‑most by a Japanese rookie and brings him within four of Shohei Ohtani’s record of 22. Okamoto also topped the fan vote for the American League third‑base position that day.