Jacob Misiorowski struggles in postseason ahead of World Series start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 4:03 AM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
Jacob Misiorowski, the leading pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers, is set to start in the World Series against the Tampa Bay Rays on October 23. Although Misiorowski had an exceptional regular season with a 1.80 ERA and 252 strikeouts, he has struggled during the playoffs, posting a 3.24 ERA and 1.56 WHIP in two starts. He has also seen a significant drop in his strikeout rate, achieving only a 16% whiff rate on his fastball. The performance against the Rays will be closely monitored as Milwaukee seeks its first championship.
- •Jacob Misiorowski set to pitch for Brewers in World Series Game 1.
- •Misiorowski has 3.24 ERA in two playoff starts.
- •He led MLB in strikeouts and ERA during the regular season.
- •Strikeout rate has dropped significantly in playoffs.
- 4:03 AMYahoo Sports — Jacob Misiorowski's velocity intact, strikeouts down so far in playoffs
"This season's most overpowering pitcher, Jacob Misiorowski led the majors in ERA, WHIP and strikeouts. But he's been less so in the 2026 postseason.
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