Christian Yelich (8 RBIs) and Jacob Misiorowski (near-perfect game) make history as the Brewers crush the Twins 17-6 on June 21, 2025. Recap the record day.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Some days are just special. Saturday, June 21, 2025, was one of those days for the Milwaukee Brewers. In a stunning display of dominance, the Crew didn't just beat the Minnesota Twins; they dismantled them 17-6, fueled by two performances that will be talked about for years. Rookie phenom Jacob Misiorowski flirted with perfection and broke a 125-year-old record, while veteran Christian Yelich single-handedly drove in a franchise-record eight runs in a game that had fans checking the history books inning after inning.
Christian Yelich is the first player since RBIs became an official stat in 1920 to record at least eight RBIs in a game without hitting a home run.
In just his second career start, Jacob Misiorowski was simply untouchable. The 23-year-old right-hander took a perfect game into the seventh inning, silencing the Target Field crowd with a blazing fastball that touched 102.1 mph and a devastating slider that left hitters helpless. He set a modern MLB record by starting his career with 11 consecutive hitless innings as a starter, a feat not seen since 1900. Though a walk and a homer finally broke the spell, he exited to a deserved standing ovation after six strikeouts on 86 pitches. Manager Pat Murphy summed it up perfectly, noting his poise under pressure: 'I think he stepped up even better than he was the first day.' We are witnessing the arrival of a potential superstar.
While the rookie was dealing, the veteran was cleaning up. Christian Yelich had a day that defied belief, setting a new Brewers franchise record with a career-high eight runs batted in. And he did it without a single home run. According to OptaSTATS, he's the first player to ever do that since the RBI became official in 1920. Yelich was a machine with runners on, delivering RBI singles in the sixth and ninth and breaking the game wide open with bases-clearing doubles in both the seventh and eighth innings. It was a masterclass in situational hitting and a powerful reminder of how dominant Yelich can be.
The two historic performances fueled a full-team onslaught. The Brewers were relentless, piling on an incredible 16 runs in the final four innings to turn a tight game into a laugher. The 17-6 final score pushed the team to a season-high six games over .500 and sent a clear message to the rest of the division. This wasn't just a win; it was an offensive explosion that showed the true potential of this lineup when it clicks.
The emergence of Misiorowski serves as a powerful testament to the strength of the Brewers' farm system. With Jackson Chourio already making his mark in the majors, the organization is looking to its next wave of talent, including No. 55 prospect Jesús Made. Reports indicate Made is being fast-tracked in a similar manner to Chourio, gaining valuable big-league exposure. The success of young players like Misiorowski not only wins games now but also provides a blueprint and inspiration for prospects like Made, ensuring the future in Milwaukee remains incredibly bright.
What a day. It's not often you witness two separate, historic, record-breaking performances in a single game. With Misiorowski looking like a future ace and the offense firing on all cylinders, the Brewers are not just winning; they're making a statement. This team is fun, they're dangerous, and they're just getting started. Circle your calendars for Misiorowski's next start – you won't want to miss what he does for an encore.
