Jacob Misiorowski Misses Start and All-Star Game

Why the Brewers Pulled Misiorowski

Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy announced Jacob Misiorowski would not start Sunday’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Murphy said Misiorowski “didn’t recover well from his last start, and his throwing program was clunky today,” so the team opted for extra rest. The decision also knocks the 24‑year‑old right‑hander out of the All‑Star Game in Philadelphia, a rare double blow.

The move comes after the NL Central leaders were swept in a doubleheader by the Pirates, adding stress to an already thin rotation. Misiorowski will not need a stint on the injured list and hopes to be ready after next week’s All‑Star break. Milwaukee is currently juggling 12 pitchers on the IL, making this a significant roster shift.

Misiorowski’s Elite Stats and Velocity

Misiorowski posted a 10‑4 record and a 1.62 ERA across 18 starts, striking out 167 batters in 111 innings. He tops MLB starting pitchers with an average four‑seam fastball velocity of 100.5 mph and has logged the league’s highest count of 670 pitches at or above 100 mph. Despite his arm fatigue, the young ace remains confident in his ability to return to form once the break arrives.

His performance has made him a staple in Milwaukee’s rotation, but the recent fatigue highlights the toll of high‑velocity pitching. The Brewers will monitor his progress closely to avoid further injury.

Roster Impact and Rotation Outlook

With Misiorowski sidelined, left‑hander Robert Gasser is set to fill the starter’s role against the Pirates. The match‑up was originally billed as a duel between Misiorowski and Paul Skenes, another All‑Star prospect. Gasser will now step up and face the challenge of anchoring the Brewers’ rotation.

The change reshapes Milwaukee’s short‑term outlook, giving Gasser a chance to prove himself while the team watches Misiorowski recover. Fans and analysts will be watching to see if the missed start and All‑Star Game affect his velocity and confidence moving forward.