Jacob Misiorowski news
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The gist
Jacob Misiorowski allowed five earned runs in four innings against the Cubs on Wednesday. His 1.97 ERA and 227 strikeouts still lead MLB, but fatigue concerns grow.
Background
Jacob Misiorowski, the 24-year-old ace of the Milwaukee Brewers, is having a historic 2026 season, leading the majors in ERA, strikeouts, and WHIP. He is the favorite for the NL Cy Young Award and is on pace to break several franchise records. However, his recent rough start against the Cubs has raised questions about fatigue and workload management as the postseason approaches.
How it unfolded
- Sep 2, 2026Misiorowski made his first start of September against the Cubs at Wrigley Field, allowing five earned runs in four innings, matching his season high.
- Sep 3, 2026Following the rough start, discussions emerged about whether the Brewers should rest Misiorowski ahead of the postseason to manage his workload.
- recentlyFormer Cy Young winner Jake Peavy suggested the Brewers should skip Misiorowski in the rotation once or twice before the postseason begins.
Who’s saying what
- Caution
- Jake Peavy believes the Brewers need to skip Misiorowski in the rotation once or twice before the postseason to keep him fresh.
- Support
- Despite the rough outing, Misiorowski's overall numbers remain elite, and he has been dominant against the Cubs this season, going 2-0 with a 3.38 ERA in three starts.
Still unverified
Some commentators speculate that fatigue is affecting Misiorowski's performance, but this is not confirmed by the team or the player.