There are innumerable URLs stating that his ball was measured with a radar gun at that speed in 1974, but I could not find any that explained exactly how accurate the measurement was. There's no question but that Ryan could throw a ball fast, but the question remains on exactly how fast.
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He is the only MLB pitcher to ever throw 7 "no-hitters".Type your answer here...
Nolan Ryan threw seven no-hitters during his career, for three different teams. California Angels (4) Texas Rangers (2) Houston Astros (1)
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Nolan Ryan allowed 2,795 career walks.
Nolan Ryan retired after pitching for the Texas Rangers in 1993.