Jacob Misiorowski hits 103.6 mph vs. Yankees, unleashes hardest pitches ever tracked by MLB from starter
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Key Points:
- Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski showcased exceptional velocity against the New York Yankees, throwing 41 pitches at 100 mph or faster, including seven pitches exceeding the previous fastest starter record of 103.2 mph.
- Misiorowski struck out 11 batters over 6 scoreless innings, allowing only 2 hits and 2 walks, leading the Brewers to a 6-0 victory, with reliever Shane Drohan closing out the game with three strikeouts.
- During the game, Yankees prospect Spencer Jones made his MLB debut but struggled against Misiorowski’s overpowering fastballs, striking out on a mix of pitches exceeding 100 mph before drawing a walk later in the game.
- Misiorowski currently leads all qualified MLB starters in 2026 with a 39.5% strikeout rate, a 2.43 ERA, and a 0.95 WHIP, marking him as one of the most dominant pitchers in the league this season.
