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Rookie Misiorowski’s All-Star Nod Draws Criticism as Brewers Pursue Extension

A chorus of Phillies veterans has challenged MLB’s decision to add a five-start flamethrower to the NL roster.

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Jul 8, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski (32) during warmups prior to the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Twelve pitchers, including Ranger Suárez, declined All-Star invitations before Jacob Misiorowski was named as a replacement for Matthew Boyd.
  • Phillies players like J. T. Realmuto and Trea Turner argued that veterans with stronger numbers, such as Cristopher Sánchez, were unfairly overlooked.
  • Former All-Star Ron Darling criticized the choice as undermining the integrity of the Midsummer Classic but said Misiorowski bears no blame.
  • In five big-league starts since June 12, the 23-year-old has posted a 4–1 record, a 2.83 ERA and averaged a 99.3 mph fastball, striking out 33 in 25⅔ innings.
  • Milwaukee and Misiorowski’s camp have resumed talks on a potential contract extension to lock down the rookie phenom for the long term.