Jacob Misiorowski starts against Reds on July 2, 2026
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Key Points:
- Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski and Reds' Chase Burns are set to face each other for the first time in the Major Leagues on Thursday at American Family Field, a matchup previously planned for a 2025 prospect showcase but postponed.
- Misiorowski leads MLB in ERA (1.45), strikeouts (146), WHIP (0.77), and opponent batting average (.144), recently breaking the record for fastest pitch by a starter at 105.5 mph.
- Burns boasts a 9-1 record with a 2.36 ERA over 16 starts, including a recent 8-0 stretch with a 1.69 ERA, marking him as a rising ace for the Reds.
- Brewers pitching coach Chris Hook highlighted the rapid development of young talent like Misiorowski and Burns, emphasizing that the game is evolving with players reaching the majors and performing at high levels more quickly.
