Brewers Hold Out Misiorowski to Rest Before All-Star Break

Why the Brewers Opted for a Scheduled Rest

The Milwaukee Brewers have decided to bench Jacob Misiorowski in the final game before the All‑Star break, opting to give their ace extra recovery time. Manager Pat Murphy explained that Misiorowski’s arm and body simply do not feel great, with no imaging required. The club cited a small bout of fatigue and a lingering forearm issue that did not resolve after his last start. By pulling him from the rotation, Milwaukee hopes to preserve his health for the second half of the season.

Robert Gasser Steps In Against the Pirates

With Misiorowski sidelined, Robert Gasser will take the mound for the Brewers in a July 12 finale against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. The pitcher will face rising star Paul Skenes, a matchup that has lost some of its anticipated luster. Fans who were looking forward to a duel between two of the league’s most promoted young arms will now have to wait. The game still promises to be competitive, but the head‑to‑head narrative fades.

Key Stats on Misiorowski’s Current Season Load

Misiorowski has logged 111 innings at the break, already nearing the career‑high 141⅓ innings he posted a year ago (including playoff work). His most recent outing, July 7 in St. Louis, lasted seven innings with 11 strikeouts and no walks. He had not faced back‑to‑back starts on four days’ rest this season, a factor that influenced Milwaukee’s decision. The heavy innings total and the arm discomfort have the Brewers leaning toward a cautious approach for the remainder of the year.

What It Means for the Brewers and Misiorowski’s Future

The breather allows Misiorowski to recover fully while also sparing him from pitching duties at the All‑Star Game in Philadelphia. He plans to rejoin the rotation later in the season, though he acknowledges that even his next start is not guaranteed. Missing the midsummer classic is “for the better,” he said, as the team focuses on a long run. Milwaukee’s conservative management of his innings signals a commitment to protecting a promising arm that has already set a 104.5 mph pitch record.

The decision reflects a balanced blend of short‑term rest and long‑term health considerations for both the player and the franchise. Brewers fans will monitor how this pause impacts Misiorowski’s performance once he returns, especially given his high‑octane pitching style and the lofty expectations that accompany a 104.5 mph fastball.