Jacob Misiorowski rises among starting pitchers as 2027 approaches
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 2:55 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
As of October 28, 2026, Jacob Misiorowski emerges as a leading starting pitcher heading into the 2027 season, following a unpredictable year for the position. Misiorowski, along with Cam Schlittler and Chase Burns, distinguished themselves in a draft where many top picks underperformed. The cumulative value of the top 24 starters dropped significantly in 2026 compared to previous years, reflecting broader volatility in pitching. As teams prepare for 2027, the focus will shift to emerging talent as last season's standout prospects are evaluated.
- •Jacob Misiorowski leads the 2026 season among starting pitchers.
- •Misiorowski had a standout season with 174.1 innings and a 1.80 ERA.
- •Only eight of the top 24 drafted pitchers met expectations this year.
- •Emerging talents will be critical for fantasy strategies in 2027.
- •Misiorowski's rise highlights shifts in draft values for pitchers.
- 2:55 PMCBS Sports — The state of the starting pitcher position heading into 2027: Misiorowski takes the throne as former aces fall
"Jacob Misiorowski steals the crown, Cam Schlittler joins the elite, and Paul Skenes faces a steep climb back to Fantasy stardom
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