On July 8, 2025, the Milwaukee Brewers pulled off a convincing 3-1 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers at American Family Field, highlighted by a dominant pitching performance from rookie right-hander Jacob Misiorowski, who outdueled three-time Cy Young Award winner Clayton Kershaw. Misiorowski’s breakout outing, combined with timely offense, helped the Brewers extend their winning streak and deepen the Dodgers’ recent slump.
The game began with a dramatic moment as Shohei Ohtani launched a leadoff home run off Misiorowski, blasting a 431-foot shot over the center-field wall on an 0-2 curveball. Despite the early setback, Misiorowski quickly regained his composure, striking out the next five Dodgers batters in succession and setting the tone for his dominant night. Over six innings, the 6-foot-7 rookie struck out a career-high 12 batters, allowed just four hits and one walk, and kept the Dodgers’ potent offense largely in check.
“After giving up that homer to Ohtani, I just focused on attacking the zone and trusting my stuff,” Misiorowski said. “The defense was great behind me, and I was able to find a rhythm.” His performance marked a significant milestone in his young career, boosting his record to 4-1 and establishing him as a rising star in Milwaukee’s rotation.
On the other side, Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw pitched well but was outmatched by the Brewers’ timely hitting. Kershaw allowed two runs in the fourth inning, when Milwaukee capitalized on back-to-back hits and a key error to take the lead. The Brewers added an insurance run in the eighth inning when outfielder Sal Frelick launched a solo home run off reliever Kirby Yates, extending the lead to 3-1.
Milwaukee’s bullpen then shut the door, with Jared Koenig, Abner Uribe, and Trevor Megill combining for three scoreless innings. Megill earned his 21st save in 24 opportunities, striking out two in a perfect ninth inning to seal the win.
Manager Gabe Kapler praised Misiorowski’s poise and the team’s overall effort. “Jacob showed incredible maturity and command tonight. He bounced back from a tough first pitch and dominated one of the best lineups in baseball,” Kapler said. “Our hitters did a great job capitalizing on their chances, and the bullpen closed it out perfectly.”
The loss extended the Dodgers’ skid to five games, a troubling stretch for the NL West leaders. Despite Kershaw’s solid outing he struck out seven over six innings and allowed just three runs the Dodgers struggled to generate consistent offense, managing only four hits and failing to capitalize with runners in scoring position.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts acknowledged the team’s struggles. “We’re facing some adversity right now, and tonight was another tough game. Credit to Milwaukee and Misiorowski he pitched lights out. We need to regroup and find ways to get our offense going again.”
Statistically, the Brewers outhit the Dodgers 8-4 and took advantage of key moments, including a crucial error by Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts that extended the fourth-inning rally. Milwaukee’s ability to manufacture runs and control the game on the mound has been a hallmark of their recent success, moving their record to 51-40 and keeping them within striking distance in the competitive NL Central.
The Brewers’ 3-1 victory over the Dodgers was a showcase of rookie brilliance and timely hitting. Jacob Misiorowski’s 12-strikeout gem and Sal Frelick’s clutch homer were the defining moments in a game that deepened the Dodgers’ struggles and reinforced Milwaukee’s status as a formidable contender. As the season progresses, performances like these will be key for the Brewers’ playoff aspirations.
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