Don’t go chasing high fastballs

In baseball, hitters tend to chase high fastballs, often because the ball looks larger due to its proximity to the batter’s eyes.

The higher spin and rising velocity makes it difficult to catch up to the ball.

Also, the high fastball is often a set-up’ pitch.

Here is a picture of a high fastball that I’m gonna call the South Korea KOSPI equity index.

Gravity is a bitch and parabola’s look sexy while simultaneously being fun and dangerous.

March 4, 2026

rob@karriasset.com.au