Blue Jays' Dylan Cease sets 99 MPH record for Toronto

Cease continues to impress with his blazing fastball, but the Blue Jays fall short against the Brewers.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 3:38am

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In his start against the Milwaukee Brewers, Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease set a new franchise record by throwing nine pitches at 99 miles per hour or more. However, the Blue Jays still lost the game 2-1 despite Cease's dominant outing, which included 6 scoreless innings, 2 hits, 3 walks, and 6 strikeouts.

Why it matters

Cease's record-setting performance highlights his continued development as an elite power pitcher for the Blue Jays, who signed him to a lucrative 7-year, $210 million contract this offseason. While the loss is disappointing, Cease's ability to overpower hitters with his blazing fastball is an encouraging sign for the Blue Jays' future.

The details

In the game against the Brewers, Cease threw 9 pitches that registered 99 miles per hour or faster on the radar gun, setting a new single-game franchise record for the Blue Jays. Despite his dominance on the mound, the Blue Jays' offense was limited to just 1 run, scored in the 1st inning on a Jesus Sanchez RBI. The Brewers rallied late, scoring 2 runs in the 8th inning off reliever Tyler Rogers to secure the 2-1 victory.

  • Cease set the 99 MPH record during his start against the Brewers on Wednesday, April 16, 2026.
  • The Blue Jays signed Cease to a 7-year, $210 million contract this offseason.

The players

Dylan Cease

A power pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays who recently set a franchise record by throwing 9 pitches at 99 MPH or faster in a single game.

Jesus Sanchez

A Blue Jays outfielder who drove in the team's lone run in the loss against the Brewers.

Tyler Rogers

A Blue Jays relief pitcher who gave up the go-ahead runs in the 8th inning, resulting in the 2-1 loss.

Caleb Patrick

The starting pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers, who matched Cease's strong outing with one of his own.

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What they’re saying

“Cease continues to be as advertised.”

— Billy Heyen, Author

What’s next

The Blue Jays will look to bounce back in the series finale against the Brewers on Thursday, April 17th.

The takeaway

Despite the loss, Dylan Cease's record-setting performance with his blazing fastball is a positive sign for the Blue Jays, who are counting on him to anchor their starting rotation after signing him to a lucrative long-term contract this offseason. As Cease continues to develop, the team's offense and bullpen will need to provide more support to turn these strong outings into wins.