Jacob Misiorowski ready to Lead Brewers’ rotation after Freddy Peralta trade 2 Oct 16, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski (32) throws a pitch against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the second inning during game three of the NLCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Jacob Misiorowski ready to Lead Brewers’ rotation after Freddy Peralta trade

Originally posted on WI Sports Heroics | By Nathan Yasis | Last updated Mar 2, 2026 11:39 AM ET

The Milwaukee Brewers enter the 2026 MLB season amid a key transition at the top of their rotation, and Jacob Misiorowski is well aware of the expectations on his shoulders . With longtime ace and two-time All-Star Freddy Peralta traded to the New York Mets in January, Milwaukee is now leaning on the second-year right-hander to serve as a central piece of their pitching staff moving forward.

The Brewers traded 29-year-old Peralta to the New York Mets in a multi-player deal that brought back several top prospects, reflecting the organization’s strategy of balancing immediate competitiveness with long-term planning. The move shifted the dynamics of the rotation and raised Jacob Misiorowski’s profile across the league. After an impressive rookie season, he is now viewed as a potential front-of-the-rotation starter.

Jacob Misiorowski burst on the scene last season, being named an All-Star!

The @Brewers hurler discusses heading into Year 2 and taking on a bigger role in the rotation this season.

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As part of MLB Network’s “30 Clubs, 30 Camps” Spring Training coverage, a clip shared on X, (formerly Twitter), focused on the 6-foot-7 hard-throwing right-hander’s swift climb to an All-Star selection last season. In the footage, Misiorowski discussed stepping up as a leader in the rotation after the Peralta trade and getting ready for a significantly bigger role in his second year in the majors.

Jacob Misiorowski ready to step up for the Brewers

“Of course, yeah. I mean, I think that’s the goal every year. But we’ve got Woo, Priester, Chad, and guys coming up as well who are going to help with that, too. So it’s going to be fun,” Misiorowski commentend.

Misiorowski made his MLB debut in 2025 and quickly gained national attention, earning an All-Star nod in the first half of the season despite only five starts. His swift emergence cemented him as a key figure in the 2026 rotation and amplified questions about how the Brewers would collectively fill the void left by Peralta’s innings and veteran presence.

Replacing the Brewers’ former ace won’t be the burden of just one pitcher. While the team expects multiple young starters to step up, Misiorowski’s calm demeanor and accelerated progress suggest he’s ready to lead by example. With higher stakes and a clear opportunity in front of him, he seems poised to drive the next phase of Milwaukee’s rotation in 2026.

This article first appeared on WI Sports Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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