Jacob Misiorowski and Cam Schlittler: Unanimous Cy Young Award Winners

Jacob Misiorowski of the Milwaukee Brewers and Cam Schlittler of the New York Yankees have each been unanimously named the Cy Young Award winners. Both pitchers dominated throughout the 2026 MLB season, reinforcing expectations with their exceptional performances.

Jacob Misiorowski’s Stellar Season

Misiorowski anchored the Brewers’ pitching staff, contributing significantly to their first-ever World Series victory. He secured all 30 first-place votes from the Baseball Writers’ Association of America. His remarkable season statistics include a league-leading ERA of 1.80 and an impressive 252 strikeouts in 30 starts.

Misiorowski, just 24 years old, earned a WHIP of 0.80 and recorded a 6.6 fWAR, topping all pitchers. This achievement made him the first Brewers pitcher to win the Cy Young Award since Corbin Burnes in 2021. Additionally, Misiorowski became the first since Randy Johnson in 2001 to win both a Cy Young Award and a World Series in the same season.

Standing 6-foot-7, Misiorowski threw a pitch clocked at 105.5 mph, the fastest by a starter in the Statcast era. He consistently delivered fastballs averaging 100.6 mph, maintaining this velocity over 1,000 pitches throughout the season.

Cam Schlittler’s Breakout Performance

In the American League, Cam Schlittler impressed in his first full season with the Yankees. The 25-year-old matched expectations with a standout performance, achieving a 1.95 ERA and 239 strikeouts over 33 starts.

Schlittler, a late-round draft pick, developed through the Yankees’ minor league system. With adjustments to his mechanics and increased muscle, he elevated his velocity to the upper 90s, capable of reaching triple digits at times. His ability to precisely place his fastballs made it challenging for opponents to get on base.

The Massachusetts native maintained a remarkable 1.16 ERA in 17 road starts. Schlittler proved his consistency and value, especially in the postseason, where he helped secure victories against rivals like the Boston Red Sox in both 2025 and 2026.

Future Outlook

Both Misiorowski and Schlittler have set high expectations for future success in their careers. Misiorowski already has a World Series ring, while Schlittler is expected to continue thriving in a Yankees rotation filled with talent.

As their careers progress, each continues to demonstrate why they deserved unanimous recognition for their outstanding contributions to their teams and to MLB.