Jacob Misiorowski is a rising talent to watch closely.
The Milwaukee Brewers’ pitching prospect has been steadily climbing the minor league ranks late into the 2024 season, positioning himself on the verge of reaching the majors with another impressive performance on the mound.
Since his promotion to Class AAA Nashville at the start of August, Misiorowski has recorded a 1.80 ERA across six relief appearances, including five consecutive scoreless outings where he allowed just one hit.
Here’s what you need to know about the in-form prospect, who is strongly being considered for a September call-up to bolster the first-place Brewers.
When was Jacob Misiorowski drafted by the Brewers?
The Brewers picked Misiorowski in the second round of the 2022 MLB draft, 63rd overall, out of Crowder College.
Where is Misiorowski from?
Misiorowski hails from Grain Valley, Missouri, and attended Grain Valley High School.
How old is Misiorowski?
He is 22 years old.
What is Misiorowski’s height?
He stands at 6-foot-7 and weighs 190 pounds.
Where is Misiorowski ranked as a prospect?
Misiorowski is ranked as the Brewers’ No. 1 prospect by the Journal Sentinel and is highly regarded across the league. Heading into the 2024 season, he was ranked as the No. 32 prospect in baseball by Baseball America, No. 33 by MLB.com, and No. 63 by Baseball Prospectus.
How hard does Misiorowski throw?
Misiorowski’s fastball can reach triple digits, with an average speed of around 97-98 mph. He also throws a sweeping curveball in the mid-80s and a sharp slider in the low-90s.
How has he performed in the minor leagues?
Now in his third minor-league season, Misiorowski has appeared in 47 games, pitching 162⅔ innings with a 3.38 ERA. He has recorded 229 strikeouts but also issued 102 walks (as of August 27). This season, between Class AA Biloxi and Class AAA Nashville, he has posted a 3.31 ERA in 89⅔ innings, with 116 strikeouts and 53 walks.