Milwaukee Brewers defeat Colorado Rockies 11-2 behind Jacob Misiorowski’s dominant start
Misiorowski’s Record-Setting Performance
Jacob Misiorowski delivered a dominant performance for the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday, striking out 12 of the first 13 batters he faced in an 11-2 victory over the Colorado Rockies. This included striking out each of the first seven batters of the game, setting a Brewers franchise record for consecutive strikeouts to begin a game. His outing contributed significantly to the team’s strong showing.
During his five innings on the mound, Misiorowski allowed only one hit. Of his 83 pitches, 66 exceeded 100 mph, breaking his own major league record for the most 100-mph pitches in a game since pitch tracking began in 2008. His fastball generated 17 whiffs on 30 swings, averaging over 103 mph in the early innings.
The Rockies did not manage to get a runner on base against Misiorowski until Cole Carrigg hit a two-out, opposite-field homer in the fifth inning. This home run came off a 101.9-mph fastball, marking the fastest pitch to result in a Rockies homer during the pitch tracking era. Despite this, Misiorowski increased his MLB-leading strikeout total to 185 and maintained an MLB-best 1.58 ERA after allowing one run.
Brewers’ Offensive Outburst
The Brewers‘ offense provided ample support for Misiorowski, scoring 11 runs. The team recorded nine doubles, matching a franchise single-game record, and achieved a season-high of 11 extra-base hits. Andrew Vaughn contributed with a home run for the NL Central-leading Brewers.
Other key offensive performances included Joey Ortiz, who tripled and doubled. Luis Lara and Jackson Chourio each hit two doubles, with Lara also driving in two runs. Cooper Pratt added two hits and two RBIs. The Brewers established an early 3-0 lead in the first inning, capitalizing on a wild pitch and an errant throw by Colorado’s Kyle Freeland.
Freeland, who gave up five runs in 5 1/3 innings, saw his ERA rise to 7.34. The Brewers‘ strong offensive showing underscored their position at the top of the NL Central, currently holding a seven-game lead in the division.
Manager’s Confidence and Workload Management
Brewers manager Pat Murphy expressed confidence in Misiorowski’s readiness, stating, “I think it was just ‘Miz is ready.'” This sentiment followed a decision to bump Misiorowski’s start back by a day, allowing him to feel more prepared. Misiorowski himself noted feeling better, particularly in his legs, which he attributes to his velocity. He mentioned that his legs felt stronger during his weekly throwing program leading up to this start, which gave the Brewers confidence to keep him on regular rest.
The fifth inning, where Misiorowski’s pitch count climbed, served as a reminder of the team’s careful monitoring of his workload. Murphy emphasized the importance of keeping Misiorowski healthy, especially as the team aims to surpass previous seasons’ performances. “If Miz is ready, we’re going to pitch him,” Murphy stated, highlighting the strategic approach to their pitching staff.
Misiorowski indicated he feels fresher this year compared to the previous season when he struggled after the All-Star break. The team’s approach includes managing the workloads of other pitchers, such as Kyle Harrison, who is scheduled for a rehab start next week with Class High-A Wisconsin. The Brewers recently concluded a 7-2 homestand, positioning them comfortably as July concludes.
Upcoming Schedule
Following this game, both teams have a day off on Monday. The Rockies are scheduled to begin a two-game series at San Diego, with Michael Lorenzen (3-9, 6.53 ERA) pitching for Colorado and Michael King (6-7, 3.24) starting for San Diego on Tuesday. The Brewers will open a three-game series at San Francisco, with Brandon Sproat (3-5, 5.09) pitching for Milwaukee and Tyler Mahle (2-9, 5.31) starting for the Giants on Tuesday.
Source: fox11online.com
