Jacob Misiorowski brushes off criticism of All-Star selection - ESPN

ATLANTA — Milwaukee Brewers rookie right-hander Jacob Misiorowski, whose inclusion on the National League All-Star roster created a stir, said Monday he wasn't offended by the criticism over his selection.

«They're not upset with me,» Misiorowski said, adding he is as surprised as anyone to find himself in Atlanta for Tuesday night's game.

«The last five weeks have been insane,» Misiorowski said. «I thought the All-Star break would be a chance to sit down and reflect. Now we're here.»

Misiorowski has pitched in only five games, a record low for an All-Star, creating a debate between those who say the game is for the most deserving players and those who say the game is for the fans.

The 23-year-old made waves when he threw a 100.5 mph fastball for his first pitch in the big leagues. Oh, and for good measure, he opened that debut on June 12 against St. Louis by throwing five no-hit innings before leaving with cramping in the Brewers' 6-0 win.

The 6-foot-7 rookie is 4-1 with a 2.81 ERA and has 33 strikeouts with only 12 hits allowed in 25⅔ innings. It's an impressive debut, but some players still believe the right-hander hasn't been in the game long enough to merit All-Star consideration over more established players.

Philadelphia's Trea Turner was outspoken in his criticism of the decision to add Misiorowski to the team when Phillies left-hander Cristopher Sánchez, who is 8-2 with a 2.50 ERA, didn't make the team. The Phillies also lobbied for left-hander Ranger Suárez (7-3, 1.94).

«What a joke,» Turner told reporters.

Turner's teammate, All-Star Kyle Schwarber, said Monday the attempt by Phillies players to speak up for Sánchez and Suárez «was not an attack at Misiorowski by any means. It's an honor for him that he's