Milwaukee Brewers vs St. Louis Cardinals Series Set for May 25-27 The Milwaukee Brewers and St. Louis Cardinals are set to face off in a three-game series at American Family Field starting on May 25, 2026. The matchup marks a significant moment in the National League Central Division, as both teams have emerged as key contenders in the race for the division title. The Brewers, currently leading the NL Central, have demonstrated strong performance against teams with winning records, posting an 18-8 record against such opponents. The Cardinals, meanwhile, have been one of the biggest surprises in the league’s first two months, with a 17-10 record against teams above .500 and a move into second place in the division. The series will feature a mix of offensive and pitching talent, with the Brewers looking to capitalize on their recent success against high-level competition. The Cardinals, led by breakout star Jordan Walker, have shown their ability to compete with elite teams. Walker’s season has been a standout, as he is hitting .302 with 15 home runs, 11 doubles, and seven stolen bases. The Cardinals’ team offense has also been formidable, with 60 home runs this season—26 more than the Brewers, who did not score after the second inning in any of the games against the Los Angeles Dodgers in a recent three-game series. Despite the Brewers’ struggles against the Dodgers, they have maintained a strong record against teams with winning records, including a 13-6 record in games started by Jacob Misiorowski and Kyle Harrison. The series will be broadcast on Brewers.TV, with specific channel numbers varying by provider.#milwaukee_brewers #st_louis_cardinals #american_family_field #jacob_misiorowski #jordan_walker
Aaron Judge Praises Jacob Misiorowski’s Dominant Debut Against Yankees MILWAUKEE – Yankees superstar Aaron Judge praised Brewers rookie Jacob Misiorowski for his standout performance in their Saturday matchup. The 6-foot-7 right-hander, making his first career start against the Bronx Bombers, struck out 11 batters and reached a fastball velocity of 103.6 mph. Judge, who has faced many elite pitchers, called Misiorowski’s fastball “one of the best I’ve ever seen,” highlighting the young star’s ability to mix velocity with deception. Misiorowski retired Judge in all three at-bats. The first encounter came in the first inning when Misiorowski had Judge in a 0-2 count. Judge took a fastball low and away for a ball before lining out on the next pitch. In the fourth inning, Judge struck out on a 102.0 mph fastball, and again in the sixth on a 102.4 mph fastball. The final at-bat proved particularly telling, as Misiorowski’s legs began to fatigue. He walked Trent Grisham to start the sixth inning but quickly regained his rhythm, retiring the next three batters—including Judge and Cody Bellinger—with strikeouts. Judge noted Misiorowski’s ability to keep hitters off-balance, describing how the pitcher’s fastball often appeared to rise as it approached the plate. “He’s able to mix it up, kind of keep us off-balance,” Judge said. “Even though you’re up there expecting 103, all of a sudden he’ll mix in a curveball and drop in the slider when he needs to. It makes for an ‘uncomfy’ at-bat.” Judge also praised Misiorowski’s off-speed pitches, calling them a key factor in his dominance. Misiorowski’s performance included a 98.6 mph slider, which was the fastest pitch of the season classified as a slider by Statcast. Going into Saturday’s games, Misiorowski accounted for the 87 hardest sliders thrown in MLB this season.#aaron_judge #yankees #brewers #jacob_misiorowski #statcast
Blue Jays vs Brewers Prediction, Odds & Home Run Pick for Tonight's MLB Game The Toronto Blue Jays and Milwaukee Brewers are set to face off in a highly anticipated MLB matchup on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at American Family Field in Milwaukee. The game, which is expected to start at 7:40 p.m. ET, will feature the Blue Jays’ Kevin Gausman on the mound against the Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski. Analyst Mike DiStefano has provided detailed predictions and betting insights for the contest, highlighting key matchups and statistical trends that could influence the outcome. DiStefano’s top recommendation centers on Daulton Varsho, the Blue Jays’ outfielder, who is projected to have a strong performance against Misiorowski. The right-handed pitcher, who throws a four-seamer at around 98 mph, has shown a tendency to give up hard contact, ranking in the 36th percentile for hard-hit rate against. Varsho, who leads the Blue Jays in hits against the four-seamer with a .365 average and a 60% hard-hit rate, has been in a hot streak, recording a hit in four consecutive games while batting .412 over that span. DiStefano believes Varsho’s ability to capitalize on Misiorowski’s fastball will make him a key player in the game. The best bet for the game is Varsho Over 0.5 hits at -125 odds, based on his recent performance and the matchup against Misiorowski. The same-game parlay (SGP) includes three plays: Varsho Over 0.5 hits, Kevin Gausman Under 4.5 hits, and William Contreras Over 0.5 strikeouts. Gausman, the Blue Jays’ starting pitcher, has a history of success against the Brewers, with the team hitting just .177 with a .505 OPS against him. In his most recent outing against Milwaukee, Gausman pitched seven complete innings, allowing only four hits.#toronto_blue_jays #milwaukee_brewers #american_family_field #jacob_misiorowski #kevin_gausman
Brewers Learned Valuable Jacob Misiorowski Lesson in Second Start of Season Wednesday afternoon was not Jacob Misiorowski’s best performance by any means. In a way, that was almost more encouraging than if it had been. Misiorowski took the mound in the Brewers’ series finale against the Tampa Bay Rays, and his afternoon was workmanlike. He didn’t dominate the Rays, but he pitched more than well enough to win the game, and that’s what Milwaukee wound up doing after a runaway six-run eighth inning. For a six-inning, two-earned-run performance, Misiorowski showed quite a bit of mettle, and that has to feel good for the Brewers as they look for the 24-year-old to carry more of the rotation load than he did in year one. Misiorowski came out of the gates firing, striking out four batters in his first two innings. But he ran into trouble in the third inning, allowing two runs on a hit batsman and a Yandy Daz home run, and for a lot of pitchers, an inning like that can be the difference between a bad day and a solid one. At the end of that tiresome third inning, Misiorowski was at 58 pitches already, and it seemed like he was heading for a stereotypical “five and dive” outing that might strain Milwaukee’s excellent bullpen a bit. Instead, he locked in from there and showed the Brewers that he’s not just a pure power pitcher if he needs to eat some innings. In the fourth, fifth, and sixth innings, Misiorowski struck out only one batter, but that enabled him to get through those three frames in just 36 pitches. The Brewers handed the game off from there to some of their reliable high-leverage relievers. Aaron Ashby got the win as the Brewers pulled away in the bottom of the eighth.#milwaukee_brewers #tampa_bay_rays #jacob_misiorowski #aaron_ashby #yandy_daz
Jacob Misiorowski's Growth Leads Takeaways from Brewers' 8-2 Win Over Rays The Milwaukee Brewers secured an 8-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on April 1, 2026, after a dramatic six-run rally in the eighth inning. The win marked the third time in the last four years the Brewers had opened the season 5-1 through six games, continuing their strong start to the 2026 season. Christian Yelich delivered the game-winning hit with a two-run single in the eighth, capping a pivotal rally that turned the tide in favor of the Brewers. The game, played at American Family Field, was a nail-biter until the final innings, with the Brewers overcoming a tense sequence of events. Misiorowski, the team’s first quality starter of the season, pitched six innings, showcasing resilience despite early challenges. His performance was critical in setting the stage for the Brewers’ late-game surge. Misiorowski’s outing was marked by a mid-inning umpiring delay that disrupted his rhythm. Home plate umpire CB Bucknor’s controversial call—a foul ball that struck his mask off the bat of Nick Fortes—triggered a 13-minute delay as Bucknor was assessed. The disruption affected Misiorowski’s focus, as he struggled to regain his sharpness after the delay. He allowed a two-run homer to Yandy Diaz in the third inning, prompting manager Pat Murphy to acknowledge the impact of the delay on the pitcher’s performance. Despite the early hiccups, Misiorowski rebounded with the help of a mound visit from pitching coach Chris Hook and self-reflection. He adjusted his approach, limiting damage and eventually securing the win. His six-inning start was a significant milestone for the 23-year-old, marking his first such performance of the season.#milwaukee_brewers #pat_murphy #tampa_bay_rays #jacob_misiorowski #christian_yelich
Jacob Misiorowski is poised for a breakout sophomore season with the Milwaukee Brewers, according to insights from MLB insider Eno Sarris. The 24-year-old right-hander has been named the team’s Opening Day starter after Brandon Woodruff’s readiness for the role was called into question. While Misiorowski’s raw talent—highlighted by his triple-digit fastball and devastating slider—suggests he could thrive as a top-tier pitcher, his rookie campaign revealed gaps in command and consistency. Sarris, writing for The Athletic, noted that Misiorowski is refining his arsenal with a new changeup grip designed to add more drop and tail. Though data on its effectiveness is limited, the innovation has already sparked optimism about his potential. Sarris went a step further, labeling Misiorowski’s 2026 Cy Young Award prediction as one of his “bold” forecasts, acknowledging the low probability of such a claim succeeding. Still, the prospect of him competing with elite pitchers like Paul Skenes and Yoshinobu Yamamoto in the NL is seen as a major milestone. Misiorowski’s development is critical for the Brewers, who are seeking to replace the production lost when Freddy Peralta was traded to the Mets. His stuff-over-command profile has historically made him vulnerable to fluctuations, particularly against left-handed hitters, who posted an OPS of .731 against him last season—well above the league average and over 100 points higher than right-handed batters (.609). However, his elite fastball, which combines velocity and movement, provides a buffer for his secondary pitches. The new double-circle changeup is viewed as a potential game-changer, especially against lefties. Sarris highlighted how Misiorowski’s slider, which dominates right-handed hitters, could mirror the effectiveness of this new offering.#paul_skenes #the_athletic #milwaukee_brewers #jacob_misiorowski #eno_sarris
White Sox Brewers 2026 Opening Day FAQ The White Sox and Brewers will face off on Opening Day at American Family Field, marking a reunion of former Minor League teammates and former American League rivals. Jacob Misiorowski, a key member of the Brewers, will take the mound against Shane Smith, who now plays for the White Sox. The two players had overlapping stints in the minor leagues, including time together at Single-A Carolina, High-A Wisconsin, Double-A Biloxi, and Triple-A Nashville before Smith was selected by the White Sox in the 2024 Rule 5 Draft. Smith, who was signed by the Brewers as an undrafted free agent in 2021 after coming off Tommy John surgery, had a notable career with the organization. He pitched in the same game as Misiorowski on July 15, 2023, for High-A Wisconsin, where Smith recorded a hold in a 6-3 victory. Misiorowski praised Smith as a positive and supportive teammate, especially during the challenging times in Double-A. The history between the Brewers and White Sox is rich, with a past agreement by Bud Selig to move the White Sox to Milwaukee in 1969, which ultimately fell through. The teams began a rivalry in 1970, with several Opening Day matchups. The last time they faced each other on Opening Day was in 1995, when the Brewers won 12-3, with John Jaha hitting a grand slam in the first inning. The game will be televised on Chicago Sports Network (CHSN) and streamed on the CHSN app, with John Schriffen and Steve Stone returning for a third season in the booth. Radio coverage will be provided by Len Kasper and Darrin Jackson on ESPN Chicago. For the Brewers, the game will be broadcast on Brewers.TV, with MLB handling production and distribution. Fans can watch via cable or satellite, with specific channel details to be announced on Opening Day.#shane_smith #white_sox #brewers #american_family_field #jacob_misiorowski
