Jacob Misiorowski, the Milwaukee Brewers’ 23-year-old rookie right-hander, has made an incredible and unexpected leap to the National League All-Star roster, despite having pitched only five games in the major leagues.
His remarkable early performance has earned him a spot in Tuesday’s All-Star Game at Truist Park, replacing Cubs left-hander Matthew Boyd.
A Historic All-Star Selection
Misiorowski’s selection is not entirely surprising based on his statistics. With a 2.81 ERA and an ERA+ of 145, the young pitcher has certainly impressed. His strikeout rate is also eye-popping, as he’s fanned 33.6% of opposing batters in his short stint.
However, what makes this selection so extraordinary is the fact that it comes after just 25 ⅔ innings pitched in the majors. To put it into perspective, Misiorowski was called up to the Brewers just a month ago, making his debut in June 2025.
This achievement breaks an MLB record for the fewest career games played before an All-Star selection, previously held by Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates who earned his All-Star berth after just 11 games in 2024. Misiorowski’s selection has dramatically shortened that record, leaving fans and analysts buzzing about this rare feat.
Misiorowski’s Rise to Stardom
Although his time in the majors has been brief, Misiorowski has quickly shown why he deserves the recognition. He regularly hits over 100 mph with his fastball, has outdueled Paul Skenes head-to-head, and even took a perfect game bid into the seventh inning in one of his outings.
Furthermore, in a standout performance against the reigning World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers, he struck out an impressive 12 batters, cementing his place as a force to be reckoned with in the Brewers’ bullpen.
Misiorowski’s rapid ascension to the All-Star roster has generated plenty of buzz, and his addition to the roster makes him the 30th first-time All-Star in 2025, and the 16th replacement. With this, there are now 80 total All-Stars for the 2025 Midsummer Classic.
A Weapon for the National League
Misiorowski’s inclusion on the National League All-Star roster means that he will be available to pitch for Manager Dave Roberts in the Midsummer Classic, giving the National League a powerful weapon in the bullpen.
Given his meteoric rise and dynamic performance thus far, his appearance at the All-Star Game will likely become a highly anticipated event for fans and players alike.
A Future Star to Watch
Though Misiorowski’s selection raises eyebrows due to the short amount of time he’s been in the majors, there’s no denying his potential. His exceptional talent and early performances suggest that he has a long and successful career ahead of him.
The 2025 All-Star Game will just be one of many milestones for this rising star, and his continued success will certainly keep fans watching closely in the second half of the season.
