Jacob Misiorowski matches career highs in runs and walks against Cubs

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Jacob Misiorowski matches career highs in runs and walks against Cubs
Summary

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski struggled Wednesday at Wrigley Field, allowing five earned runs and four walks over four innings against the Chicago Cubs. The 24-year-old right-hander surrendered a two-run home run to Alex Bregman in the first inning and saw the Cubs add three more runs in the second. Despite the difficult outing, Misiorowski struck out five batters and the Brewers held a 6-5 lead when he exited the game. This performance marked a rare lapse for the NL Cy Young front-runner, who had allowed three earned runs or fewer in his previous 25 starts. Misiorowski entered the contest riding a three-game winning streak. His ERA climbed to 1.97, though he maintains a Major League-leading 227 strikeouts on the season.

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By the Numbers
  • Jacob Misiorowski allowed five runs and five hits over four innings at Wrigley Field.
  • The start equaled Misiorowski's career highs for earned runs and walks in a single game.
  • Alex Bregman contributed four RBIs, including a two-run home run and a two-run single.
  • Misiorowski’s season ERA moved to 1.97 following the outing.
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Milwaukee Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski had a rare off night on Wednesday. Misiorowski surrendered five runs and five hits in four innings against the Chicago Cubs. The five earned runs and four walks matched Misiorowski’s career highs.

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Jacob Misiorowski matched the worst start of his career Wednesday night, allowing five earned runs in four innings at Wrigley Field.

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Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski had a rare off night on Wednesday against the Cubs.

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