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Jacob Misiorowski shines as Brewers edge Braves 2-1 in opener

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Jacob Misiorowski shines as Brewers edge Braves 2-1 in opener
Summary

Jacob Misiorowski threw six scoreless innings on Friday night as the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Atlanta Braves 2-1. Misiorowski secured his MLB-best ERA of 1.68 with six strikeouts while Chris Sale also pitched six innings but allowed eight hits, raising his ERA to 2.20. Both teams showcased strong defensive plays backing their respective aces in this National League contest. Milwaukee improved to 80-49, leading Major League Baseball, while Atlanta stands at 75-54, still leading the NL East but trailing the Brewers and Los Angeles Dodgers in the overall standings.

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  • •Misiorowski registered six strikeouts and did not allow an earned run.
  • •Sale gave up eight hits, the most since late June.
  • •Milwaukee holds a five-game lead over Atlanta in the standings.
  • •Both teams are contending for playoff positions in the NL.
  • •The matchup featured two of the top candidates for the NL Cy Young Award.
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  • 10:43 PMYahoo Sports — Jacob Misiorowski lowers MLB-best ERA in duel vs. Chris Sale as Brewers outlast Braves in defensive showdown
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Both Milwaukee and Atlanta backed up their NL Cy Young Award candidates with web gems.

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