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Reply to "Pitchers velocity and weather"

The velocity out of hand isn't going to be affected by air density. The main thing that is most likely to affect velocity is wind. Once again, there isn't a direct effect at release but the fact that wind affects a pitcher's balance tends to reduce their ability to throw hard. Similarly cold weather can make it difficult for a pitcher to get loose and to get a good grip on the ball thereby reducing velocity.
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