Brewers top Cardinals 6-0 on June 13 as Jacob Misiorowski dazzles with 5 no-hit innings in his MLB debut before an early exit. Read about his record velocity.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Friday night at American Family Field felt different. It was electric. The Milwaukee Brewers didn't just beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-0; they unveiled a potential superstar. No. 68 overall prospect Jacob Misiorowski took the mound for his MLB debut and delivered a performance for the ages, leaving fans and the Cardinals' lineup completely breathless before an unfortunate early exit.
14 pitches at least 100 mph, a franchise record for a starter in a single game.
For five incredible innings, Jacob Misiorowski was untouchable. He flirted with history, holding St. Louis hitless while dialing his fastball up to a blistering 102.2 mph. He set a franchise record for a starter by throwing 14 pitches at 100 mph or more. The five strikeouts were impressive, and while the four walks showed some debut jitters, the sheer dominance was undeniable. His night was cut short by cramping in his calf and quad, a frustrating end to a spectacular start, but the message was sent: a new ace has arrived.
While Misiorowski was dealing, the Brewers' offense was waiting for its moment. It came in the bottom of the fifth. The Crew exploded for five runs, breaking the game wide open and giving their rookie pitcher the run support he deserved. The rally was capped by another former top prospect who is quickly becoming a star, Jackson Chourio. He launched a two-run homer off Sonny Gray, a powerful statement of his own. Sal Frelick also chipped in with a crucial two-run single, providing the kind of timely hitting that Manager Pat Murphy has been desperate to see.
With Misiorowski out, the Brewers turned to Aaron Ashby to close the door, and he did so with authority. Pitching the final three innings, Ashby allowed just one hit and earned his first save since 2022, a fantastic milestone in his return to form. Aside from an errant 80 mph pitch that hit Victor Scott (who thankfully remained in the game), Ashby was composed and efficient, preserving the shutout and securing a much-needed dominant win.
Misiorowski's promotion is the latest success story from a Brewers farm system that continues to churn out talent. With five prospects now ranked in the Top 100, the future is bright. Shortstop Cooper Pratt is already making noise in Double-A at just 20 years old, while international signees Jesus Made and Luis Peña are showing immense promise. The pipeline is strong, ensuring that even with injuries like the one sidelining top catching prospect Jeferson Quero, the Crew is built for sustained success.
This wasn't just a win; it was a statement. A dominant pitching performance from a future ace, an offensive outburst when it was needed most, and a lockdown bullpen effort. As the Brewers look to take the series from the Cardinals, this game feels like more than just one victory in a long season. It feels like a jolt of energy and a reminder of the exciting, young talent that will define this team's future.
