Joseph Dzierwa earns Eastern League Pitcher of the Week honors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 2:16 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Joseph Dzierwa, a former Michigan State pitcher now with the Baltimore Orioles minor league system, has been named Eastern League Pitcher of the Week. Dzierwa received the accolade after throwing six scoreless innings against the Reading Fighting Phils, during which he struck out seven. Currently playing for the Chesapeake Baysox, Dzierwa has a 1.89 ERA and a 0.883 WHIP through 14 appearances. This recognition highlights his successful transition to professional baseball.
- •Dzierwa named Eastern League Pitcher of the Week on August 17, 2026.
- •He struck out seven batters in six shutout innings.
- •Currently holds a 1.89 ERA and 0.883 WHIP with Chesapeake.
- •Dzierwa is making strides in the Baltimore Orioles minor league system.
- 2:16 PMYahoo Sports — Joseph Dzierwa named Eastern League Pitcher of the Week
"Former MSU pitcher Joseph Dzierwa was named the Eastern League Pitcher of the Week.
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