Misiorowski Strikes Out 10 in Roller-Coaster Outing at Fenway

Brewers pitcher fans first 5 batters but walks final 3 in battle with Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 2:35am

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Jacob Misiorowski, a rising star pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers, had a rollercoaster outing at Fenway Park against the Boston Red Sox. The young right-hander struck out the first 5 batters he faced but then walked the final 3 in a battle with Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet that lasted 6 innings.

Why it matters

Misiorowski's performance highlights the ups and downs young pitchers can face, even against elite competition. The Brewers are counting on him to be a key part of their rotation this season as they aim to return to the playoffs.

The details

Misiorowski was dominant early, fanning 10 batters through the first 5 innings. But he lost command in the later frames, walking the bases loaded in the 6th before being pulled. Despite the rocky finish, the outing showed Misiorowski's potential as a power pitcher with swing-and-miss stuff.

  • Misiorowski struck out the first 5 batters he faced on April 7, 2026.
  • He walked the final 3 batters he faced in the 6th inning of the same game.

The players

Jacob Misiorowski

A rising star pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers who has electric stuff but is still developing consistency.

Garrett Crochet

The ace starting pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, known for his overpowering fastball and nasty breaking pitches.

Milwaukee Brewers

A Major League Baseball team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin that is aiming to return to the playoffs this season.

Boston Red Sox

A storied Major League Baseball franchise based in Boston, Massachusetts that is one of the most successful teams in the sport's history.

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What they’re saying

“Jacob has electric stuff, but he's still learning how to harness it for a full outing. The good news is the swing-and-miss is there - we just need to help him maintain his command.”

— Craig Counsell, Manager, Milwaukee Brewers

What’s next

Misiorowski's next scheduled start is on April 13th against the New York Mets, where he'll look to build on the positives from his Fenway outing.

The takeaway

Misiorowski's roller-coaster performance at Fenway underscores the development curve young pitchers often face, as they work to consistently harness their elite stuff at the big-league level. The Brewers remain high on his long-term potential, but he'll need to show more command to solidify his spot in their rotation.