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Phillies pitcher Vince Velasquez can throw with either hand. What does that say about his brain?

As millions have now seen in a startling replay from Saturday’s Phillies game, pitcher Vince Velasquez has the rare ability to throw with either arm.

Is it correct to call him ambidextrous? Scientists say probably not. But they would love to see an MRI of his brain.

A line drive smacked Velasquez in his dominant right arm during the game against the Nationals, yet he somehow managed to pick up the ball and throw the runner out — using his left hand.

.@vjvelasquezrhp got struck with a line drive on his right arm, so he made the play with his left.