This was the same phrase Lightning McQueen, the movie's main character used in the opening sequence. With Cruz's speed, he's one player who could rival the flashy red car on the basepaths.

In the famous words of imaginary personified race car and seven-time Piston Cup champion Lightning McQueen: “I am speed.” Today, we’ll be taking a look at those pitchers in each organization ...

“Lightning McQueen dies!! HOW COULD DISNEY DO THIS TO ME,” one sad fan wrote, while another added, “Wait… is Lightning McQueen dead I am SHOOK.” ...