Brewers star Jacob Misiorowski earns historic unanimous Cy Young honor
Jacob Misiorowski has another major achievement to celebrate after helping the Milwaukee Brewers capture their first World Series title. The 24-year-old flamethrower added the 2026 National League Cy Young Award to his list of accomplishments, earning the honor unanimously when the results were announced Wednesday. The Notorious M.I.Z. 👑 Jacob Misiorowski's 2026 NL Cy Young [...]
Milwaukee Brewers' star pitcher Jacob Misiorowski has earned a historic honor by being unanimously named the 2026 National League Cy Young Award winner. The 24-year-old right-hander has now joined the exclusive group of four Milwaukee Brewers to receive the prestigious award, which recognizes the best pitcher in the National League.
Misiorowski's 2026 season was nothing short of dominant, as he compiled an impressive 16-5 record, a league-leading 1.80 ERA, 252 strikeouts, and a league-low 0.802 WHIP across 30 starts. His remarkable performance was instrumental in the Brewers' unforgettable World Series victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. From his blistering fastball that reached 100 mph more than 1,100 times, to his exceptional control and strikeout rates - ranking in the 99th percentile for whiffs - Misiorowski showcased a rare blend of velocity and strikeout abilities.
This latest Cy Young Award cements his status as one of the most dominant pitchers in baseball history.
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