Brewers young newcomer, Jacob Misiorowski, triumphs in pitching duel against rookies, as Pirates are bludgeoned with hefty blows in this intense matchup.
Milwaukee Brewers Defeat Pittsburgh Pirates 10-2 in Rookie Pitcher Duel
The Milwaukee Brewers continued their offensive prowess, securing a 10-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates in a game that showcased two promising rookie pitchers.
In the opening inning, the Brewers quickly took control, scoring 4 runs against Bubba Chandler, the top pitching prospect for the Pirates. Chandler, born on September 14, 2002, in Lawrenceville, Georgia, was selected by the Pirates in the third round of the 2021 MLB draft. Despite the shaky start, Chandler managed to pitch 2.2 innings, allowing 9 runs on 9 hits, with 3 walks and 3 strikeouts.
On the Brewers' side, Jacob Misiorowski, also a rookie, pitched an impressive 7 innings. He finished the game with 8 strikeouts, allowing just 1 run, 3 hits, and 2 walks. Misiorowski recovered from a shaky start, where he walked the first two batters he faced, to deliver a strong performance.
The Brewers' offense was led by Andrew Vaughn, who had 4 hits, a double, and an RBI. Vaughn's contributions included an RBI single that scored William Contreras in the first inning. Brice Turang and Isaac Collins had back-to-back singles, setting the stage for Vaughn's hit. Jake Bauers also had a standout game, hitting a 2-run double in the first inning and finishing with 2 hits and 2 RBIs.
The Pirates' offense was not left without contributions. Liover Peguero and Cam Devanney drove in the Pirates' only two runs. Devanney, in particular, made an impact with a pinch-hit double off reliever Joel Payamps, earning his first career RBI. Horwitz, Reynolds, and Andrew McCutchen each had a hit for the Pirates.
Blake Perkins had 2 hits and 1 RBI, and Joey Ortiz and Danny Jansen each added an RBI for the Brewers. The game ended with Milwaukee securing a comfortable 10-2 victory.
This game was a duel of rookie pitchers, with Misiorowski representing the Brewers and Chandler for the Pirates. Despite Chandler's shaky start, both pitchers demonstrated potential and resilience, offering a promising glimpse into their future performances.
