Who is the hottest pitcher playing baseball today?
The answer to that question is not Clayton Kershaw. It isn't Max Scherzer, David Price or Justin Verlander either. In fact, the answer to that question isn't even pitching at the Major League level.
The most impressive hurler around is 13 years old, mean and throws a wicked fastball. By the way, she happens to be a girl. Mo'ne Davis, representing Philadelphia in the Little League World Series has been blowing away hitters left and right. She boasts a wicked 70 mph fastball, along with a devastating change up. Her precision around the plate is above average for a 13 year old.
Davis has become a media sensation since displaying her rare talent on the national stage. However, she seems poised to handle the attention. Poise is one of the characteristics that make a great ace pitcher. Her calm attitude is a plus on the mound as well as during post game interviews.
Davis is one of two girls participating in the Little League World Series this year. She has already pitched two Back-to-back complete game shutouts for her Philadelphia based team.
Davis is no slouch at the plate either. She produced an rbi single in Philadelphia's latest win. This young lady is willing to do anything to get her team a victory.
Her success couldn't have come at a better time. Becky Hammon was recently named the NBA'S first full-time female assistant coach. Hopefully this can lead to a snowball affect of women getting jobs and accomplishing feats once considered impossible.
Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier 67 years ago. Mo'ne Davis recently pitched two back-to-back shutouts in the Little League World Series. Anything is possible in life if given the opportunity. It is a great pleasure watching Davis do just that.
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