After a 7-1 loss to the Braves, the Brewers call up Jacob Misiorowski amid an injury crisis. Can the top prospect's 103 mph arm save their 2025 season?
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Just when the Milwaukee Brewers needed a jolt of energy, they're getting a lightning bolt. Following a tough 7-1 defeat at the hands of the Atlanta Braves and with a starting rotation ravaged by injuries, the team announced it is calling up top pitching prospect Jacob Misiorowski, whose electric arm is set to make its major league debut on Thursday.
In Triple-A this season, Misiorowski has struck out 80 batters in just 63.1 innings, with opponents hitting a paltry .175 against him.
Get ready for some serious heat at American Family Field. Jacob Misiorowski isn't just another arm; he's one of the most exciting pitching prospects in all of baseball. Ranked as high as 30th overall by Kiley McDaniel, the right-hander brandishes a fastball that touches 103 mph and a devastating slider. His performance at Triple-A Nashville has been nothing short of dominant: 80 strikeouts in 63.1 innings and a .175 batting average against. He's the kind of high-octane talent that can single-handedly change the dynamic of a pitching staff.
While Misiorowski's talent is undeniable, his promotion is also a direct response to a crisis in the Brewers' rotation. The injured list reads like a who's who of the team's pitching plans, with Brandon Woodruff, Aaron Civale, DL Hall, Nestor Cortes, Jose Quintana, and Tobias Myers all sidelined. The starting depth has been tested to its absolute limit, making the call for a high-impact arm like Misiorowski not just a luxury, but a necessity to stay competitive in the NL Central.
The need for a spark was painfully evident in Monday's series opener. Braves ace Chris Sale was in vintage form, mowing down 11 Brewers over seven masterful innings. Milwaukee's offense couldn't solve him, scratching out their only run in the third when Joey Ortiz legged out a double and was driven in by a William Contreras single. Starter Aaron Civale (1-2) battled but ultimately took the loss after allowing three runs in 4.2 innings, and the bullpen couldn't stop the bleeding as Atlanta tacked on four more runs. The 7-1 loss dropped the Brewers to 35-32 on the season.
Misiorowski's arrival is the latest chapter in the Brewers' commitment to its youth. He joins a core of rising stars like Jackson Chourio, who is already paying it forward. Chourio, the former No. 2 prospect in baseball, has reportedly taken fellow top prospect Luis Made under his wing, mentoring him as the organization gives Made more exposure to the big-league environment. This focus on developing and integrating young talent, from Chourio to Made to now Misiorowski, signals a clear and exciting direction for the franchise's future.
While Monday's loss stung, Tuesday brings renewed hope. The focus now shifts to Quinn Priester, who takes the mound tonight tasked with evening the series against a potent Braves lineup. But all eyes will be on Thursday, when Jacob Misiorowski steps onto a major league mound for the first time. It's more than just one start; it's a potential turning point and a glimpse into a very exciting future for the Brewers' rotation.
