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Brewers' Viral Jacob Misiorowski Apple-Target Video Was Edited

The Spring Training post heightened interest in the 23-year-old All-Star, a power arm with developing control.

Overview

  • The Brewers posted a Spring Training video on Feb. 24 that appeared to show Jacob Misiorowski knocking an apple off Cooper Pratt’s head with a fastball.
  • Fans and outlets quickly determined the clip was edited, citing spliced ball movement and an apple that splintered before impact.
  • The team’s tweet read, "Would you let The Miz throw a fastball at your head?" and included the video.
  • The stunt drew wide attention to the 23-year-old right-hander ahead of his first full MLB season in 2026.
  • Coverage spotlights Misiorowski’s elite velocity, unusually long arms and an extremely hard slider, alongside concerns about command after an All-Star nod following just five MLB starts last year.