Four-Seam Fastball (1977)

“Don Drysdale, California Angels broadcaster and Hall of Fame-bound pitcher for Dodgers, demonstrates grip and release for, left to right, (top row) four-seam fastball, two-seam fastball, and change-up; (bottom row) curve or slide, screwball, and knuckleball.)” (Photo caption). South Pasadena Review, April 27, 1977, p7

No earliest use given in 2009 Dickson Baseball Dictionary

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