What happened: Milwaukee Brewers pitching coach Chris Hook appeared on "MLB Now" to break down the mechanics behind Jacob Misiorowski's breakout 2026 campaign. Hook credited the right-hander's improved body control and mental approach for his transition from a raw fireballer into a complete pitcher capable of dominating the league's best lineups.

Why it matters: Misiorowski's refinement has yielded historic results, including a 105 mph fastball that set the Statcast-era record for a starter on June 12. His emergence as a Cy Young frontrunner has solidified Milwaukee’s rotation as they maintain their position atop the NL Central standings.

What to watch: The Brewers rotation continues its historic pace as Milwaukee enters the final stretch of the first half. Misiorowski is expected to return to the mound in the coming days as the team looks to extend its lead in the NL Central.