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Jacob Misiorowski records fastest strikeouts for Brewers against Pirates

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 10:24 PM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Jacob Misiorowski records fastest strikeouts for Brewers against Pirates

Summary

Jacob Misiorowski struck out the side in the first inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park, reaching a peak pitch speed of 103.8 mph. Prior to this start, Misiorowski led the National League with a 1.95 ERA and a 14-5 record. He holds the record for the 40 fastest strikeouts by a starter since 2008. The Brewers are competing for the NL Central title, needing a win and a Cubs loss to secure the division. Misiorowski previously made headlines this season by striking out batters with pitches exceeding 100 mph, becoming the first pitcher in MLB history to surpass 1,000 pitches at that velocity in a season.

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By the Numbers

•Misiorowski struck out three batters in the first inning
•Brewers can clinch NL Central with a win today
•He has the fastest strikeout pitches in MLB history
•Currently leads NL with a 1.95 ERA this season
•He surpassed 1,000 triple-digit pitches in 2026

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10:24 PMYahoo Sports — Milwaukee Brewers: Jacob Misiorowski owns the 40 fastest strikeouts by a starter since 2008

What they're saying

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Jacob Misiorowski reached 103.8 mph and struck out the side in the first inning Tuesday against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park, according to MLB. The Milwaukee Brewers right-hander entered the start 14-5 with a National League-leading 1.95 ERA. Milwaukee could clinch the NL Central on Tuesday with a win and a Chicago Cubs home [...]
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