Misiorowski Misses All-Star Game
Brewers Pitcher Jacob Misiorowski Scratched From Start, Misses All-Star Game With Arm Fatigue
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Brewers manager Pat Murphy said Misiorowski 'didn’t recover well from his last start' and that his throwing program was 'clunky,' so the team would give him extra rest.
Misiorowski indicated he won't require an injured-list stint and expects to be ready after the All-Star break, saying his arm is 'a little tired.'
Misiorowski logged fatigue after his Tuesday win over the Cardinals, a seven-inning start in which he allowed three runs on three hits with 11 strikeouts.
He is traveling to Philadelphia for the All-Star Game, but it’s unclear whether he will pitch in the Midsummer Classic, per Sophia Minnaert of Brewers.tv.
NBC Sports floated a conspiracy-theory take that the Brewers might have steered Misiorowski off the All-Star appearance, though the article notes there was no evidence of an IL plan.
Milwaukee Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski has been scratched from Sunday's start against the Pittsburgh Pirates due to arm fatigue and will miss the All-Star Game in Philadelphia, the team announced. Manager Pat Murphy said Misiorowski "didn't recover well from his last start" and that his throwing program was "clunky," prompting the decision to give the 24-year-old extra rest. USA Today confirmed he is not headed to the injured list.
Misiorowski is having one of the best pitching seasons in baseball. He owns a 10-4 record, a 1.62 ERA, and 167 strikeouts over 111 innings. He leads all MLB starters with an average four-seam fastball velocity of 100.5 mph and has thrown 670 pitches at 100 mph or higher this season, per NBC Sports.
Arm Fatigue Surfaces After Seven-Inning Cardinals Start
The fatigue traces back to Tuesday's win over the St. Louis Cardinals. Misiorowski pitched seven innings, struck out 11 batters, and allowed three runs on three hits. That start appears to have left his arm in a rough spot. He said his arm is "a little tired" but downplayed any serious concern, per Yahoo Sports.
Left-hander Robert Gasser will take Misiorowski's spot in Sunday's rotation. Misiorowski had been set to face Pittsburgh Pirates All-Star Paul Skenes in what would have been a marquee pitching matchup. The team plans to have Misiorowski fully ready when play resumes after the All-Star break.
All-Star Trip to Philadelphia Still On, But Pitching Unclear
Misiorowski is still traveling to Philadelphia for the Midsummer Classic, but whether he will actually pitch remains uncertain. Sophia Minnaert of Brewers.tv reported it is unclear if he will take the mound during the All-Star Game. The team has not made a firm commitment either way, according to NBC Sports.
NBC Sports floated the idea that the Brewers may have nudged Misiorowski away from an All-Star appearance to protect his arm. However, the outlet noted there is no evidence the team is planning an injured-list stint. The Brewers and Misiorowski both frame the decision as simple fatigue management.
Milwaukee's 12-Man Injured List Puts Young Ace Under Spotlight
The Brewers currently have 12 pitchers on the injured list. That number puts enormous pressure on healthy arms like Misiorowski's. It also explains why the team is being cautious. Pushing a young pitcher through fatigue with so little depth behind him carries real risk, according to New York Post.
Misiorowski's workload tells the story clearly. He has made 18 starts and thrown 111 innings this season. His 670 pitches at 100 mph or faster represent a staggering physical demand. Skipping a start and sitting out the All-Star Game gives him roughly two weeks of extra recovery before his next assignment.
Plan Is Rest Now, Return After the Break
Manager Pat Murphy was clear: this is rest, not a medical crisis. Misiorowski will not go on the injured list. The goal is to use the All-Star break as a reset, then slot him back into the rotation when the second half begins. Yahoo Sports reported the plan is to have him ready to pitch immediately after the break.
For the Brewers, keeping Misiorowski healthy for the stretch run matters far more than one start or one All-Star appearance. With a 1.62 ERA and 167 strikeouts, he is arguably the most dominant young pitcher in baseball right now. The team is betting that two weeks of rest protects that value for the long haul.
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