Milwaukee’s Jacob Misiorowski dominates again, lifting the Brewers in this week’s MLB Power Rankings, while the Arizona Diamondbacks break into the top 10 on a hot stretch led by Ketel Marte.
Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski shattered the MLB record for most pitches reaching 100 mph or more in a game, firing 57 such fastballs in seven innings of Milwaukee's 5-1 win over the Cardinals, while striking out 12 and allowing one run on two hits and one walk.
Atlanta rises to No. 1 in the latest MLB Power Rankings after a strong April, with writers naming an April All-Star for each team and spotlighting breakout performers like Ben Rice (Yankees), Jacob Misiorowski (Brewers) and Kevin McGonigle (Tigers), while Shohei Ohtani’s two-way dominance and other early stars shape the early-season narrative.
Brewers notes: Chourio’s 2026 debut is delayed after an ankle scare with a negative X-ray; doctors will monitor progress and may keep him in Triple-A longer. Andrew Vaughn is set to be activated from the 10-day IL after hamate surgery; his bat should boost Milwaukee. Jacob Misiorowski avoided a hamstring issue and could start next Wednesday if pain-free. With Brandon Woodruff on the IL and Quinn Priester dealing with a shoulder nerve issue, Logan Henderson delivered a solid six-inning, two-run start in his latest outing, possibly earning more big-league opportunities as Milwaukee tightens its rotation and innings.
Milwaukee finalized its 26-man Opening Day roster for 2026, with Jacob Misiorowski set to start the season as part of a rotation that includes Chad Patrick, Brandon Sproat, Kyle Harrison, and Brandon Woodruff; Jake Woodford was added via trade and will contribute in relief. The catching pair is William Contreras and Gary Sánchez; infielders are Andrew Vaughn, Jake Bauers, Brice Turang, Joey Ortiz, Luis Rengifo, and David Hamilton; outfielders are Jackson Chourio, Sal Frelick, Garrett Mitchell, Brandon Lockridge, and Christian Yelich. The bullpen features Trevor Megill, Abner Uribe, Aaron Ashby, Ángel Zerpa, Jared Koenig, DL Hall, Grant Anderson, and Jake Woodford. Three players are Opening Day rookies (Misiorowski, Sproat, Anderson); five players start the year on the injured list (Priester, Zastryzny, Akil Baddoo, Steward Berroa, Craig Yoho).
The Milwaukee Brewers placed pitcher Jacob Misiorowski on the 15-day injured list due to a left tibia contusion, which may impact their division race as they aim to maintain their lead in the NL Central. Misiorowski, an All-Star with impressive strikeout stats, is expected to miss at least a week, with Logan Henderson likely to start in his place. The team is also dealing with injuries to outfielders Jackson Chourio and Sal Frelick, adding to their recent roster challenges.
Jacob Misiorowski, a young and talented pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers, defied expectations to be selected for the All-Star Game, showcasing his exceptional fastball and youthful exuberance, embodying the spirit of baseball's unpredictable and entertaining nature.
The article discusses the controversy surrounding Jacob Misiorowski's selection to the MLB All-Star Game, highlighting that he was chosen because other pitchers declined to participate. It explores issues of player participation, selection flaws, and the need for incentives to boost engagement in the game, amid ongoing labor tensions and concerns about the event's prestige.
Rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski made history by being named a National League All-Star after just five MLB games, the fewest ever for such an honor, thanks to his impressive performances including a streak of 11 no-hit innings and fastball speeds reaching 103 mph.
Milwaukee Brewers rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski's selection to the MLB All-Star Game has sparked controversy due to his limited playing sample size, with former player Ron Darling criticizing the decision as damaging to the integrity of the game and reflecting a dilution of the event's prestige. Many players and analysts feel that more deserving pitchers were overlooked, leading to widespread frustration and debate about MLB's selection process.
The Philadelphia Phillies are upset over Milwaukee Brewers rookie Jacob Misiorowski's All-Star selection, criticizing the process as a marketing ploy and feeling their top players were unfairly overlooked, highlighting ongoing tensions over All-Star voting and selection criteria.
The Philadelphia Phillies are upset over Milwaukee Brewers rookie Jacob Misiorowski's controversial selection to the All-Star team, feeling that deserving Phillies pitchers Christopher Sánchez and Ranger Suárez were unfairly overlooked despite their strong performances, leading to criticism of MLB's selection process.
Milwaukee Brewers' rookie Jacob Misiorowski impressively struck out 12 batters in six innings, leading to a 3-1 victory over the Dodgers and extending their losing streak to five games, with the Dodgers struggling against his fastball and command.
Jacob Misiorowski delivered a career-high 12 strikeouts and outdueled Clayton Kershaw to lead the Brewers to a 3-1 victory over the Dodgers, despite giving up a leadoff home run to Shohei Ohtani. His impressive outing included fastballs over 100 mph and key defensive plays, marking one of his best performances in his rookie MLB season.
Jacob Misiorowski, a 23-year-old MLB rookie, has had an outstanding start to his career with impressive control and a powerful arsenal of pitches, showing significant improvement in command and mental focus, which bodes well for his future in baseball.