Despite struggles by Jacob Misiorowski, Brewers prevail in Game 1

In the opening game of the National League Championship Series, Milwaukee Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski faced the Los Angeles Dodgers, but his performance was marred by struggles. Misiorowski managed to limit the Dodgers to a solitary run despite allowing a taxing 35-pitch second inning, during which he fell behind 1-0 and struggled to regain his rhythm. However, the bullpen stepped up to secure the win, leading to a 2-1 victory for the Brewers.

Misiorowski faced the minimum number of batters in the first inning, clocking in at 104 mph on his fifth pitch. He broke up a one-out single by Freddie Freeman and avoided a potential run-scoring threat by inducing a double-play by Will Smith. The trouble began in the second inning when a free pass was issued to Shohei Ohtani, leading to a double play grounder by Max Muncy. Andy Pages' single to right field further dampened the atmosphere, and Misiorowski managed to limit the damage to a single run.

The third and fourth innings saw Misiorowski continue to face challenges, with Mookie Betts drawing a one-out walk in the fifth inning, which ultimately cost him the game. However, the bullpen's timely relief proved crucial in securing the win, as DL Hall delivered a crucial strikeout to end the game. Despite the setback for Misiorowski, the Brewers' bullpen demonstrated their strength once again, and the team emerged victorious in Game 1.