Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski Scratched from Start, Will Miss All-Star Game

Milwaukee Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski has been sidelined from his scheduled start against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday due to arm fatigue, a decision that also means he will miss the upcoming All-Star Game on Tuesday night in Philadelphia. The announcement came after the Brewers were swept in a doubleheader by the Pirates, raising concerns about Misiorowski’s readiness for the mound.

Brewers manager Pat Murphy explained the situation, stating, “He didn’t recover well from his last start, and his throwing program was clunky today, so we’re just going to give him some extra rest.” This cautious approach comes as Milwaukee navigates a challenging period, currently dealing with 12 players on the injured list.

Despite the disappointment of missing both the start and the All-Star Game, Misiorowski remains optimistic about his recovery. He affirmed that he will not require a stint on the injured list, expressing confidence in his ability to return to the mound after the All-Star break. “It (stinks) to miss a start and the All-Star Game, but I know it’s the right thing to do in this situation,” he said. “My arm is a little tired.”

Misiorowski has been a standout performer this season, boasting a 10-4 record and an impressive 1.62 ERA over 18 starts, alongside 167 strikeouts in 111 innings pitched. The 24-year-old right-hander leads MLB starting pitchers with an average four-seam fastball velocity of 100.5 mph and has recorded a league-high 670 pitches at 100 mph or higher. He was initially set to face fellow All-Star Paul Skenes in the series finale, but now left-hander Robert Gasser will take the mound for the Brewers.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.