The Milwaukee Brewers’ pitcher Jacob Misiorowski has drawn attention not just for his performance on the mound, but also for adopting the nickname “The Miz,” famously used by WWE superstar Michael Gregory Mizanin. During a recent interview on Foul Territory, the 23-year-old right-handed rookie was questioned by former MLB catcher AJ Pierzynski about whether he had contacted the wrestler to ask permission for the nickname.
Misiorowski admitted,
“We have not. I would love to, I haven’t met the guy yet.”
When Pierzynski jokingly accused him of stealing The Miz’s persona, Misiorowski lightly acknowledged,
“Yeah, I did. It kind of just got handed to me.”
The Miz’s Recognition of Misiorowski’s Rising Fame
The Miz, a two-time WWE champion and Cleveland Guardians fan, had already acknowledged Misiorowski during the 2025 MLB All-Star break. Using his real name Michael Gregory Mizanin, he expressed admiration for the young pitcher’s talent on social media platform X, formerly Twitter. He wrote,
“There’s just something about being really, really good at what you do and being called The Miz.”
Potential Meeting Between WWE Star and Brewers Pitcher
Although they have yet to meet, there is speculation about the possibility of a future encounter between Misiorowski and Mizanin. A face-to-face meeting could generate significant buzz online, highlighting an unusual crossover between professional wrestling and baseball. While these are distinct entertainment and sports fields, the shared nickname bridges these different worlds in a unique way.
During his rookie MLB season in 2025, Misiorowski posted a 5-3 record with a 4.36 ERA over 66 innings pitched in 15 appearances, including 14 starts. He struck out 87 batters and made a notable postseason impact by appearing in three relief outings, allowing just two earned runs with 16 strikeouts in 12 innings.
Ongoing Interest in Wisconsin Sports Personalities
Fans interested in following Wisconsin’s sports scene, including coverage of Jacob Misiorowski’s career, can stay updated through social media accounts such as @theotherRobin19 and @WiSportsHeroics. These sources provide regular updates and in-depth coverage about athletes and teams across the state, keeping fans connected to local sports developments.
Jacob Misiorowski wants to have @MikeTheMiz out to a Brewers game. 👀 pic.twitter.com/FAm8YFAhql
— Foul Territory (@FoulTerritoryTV) February 23, 2026
There’s just something about being really, really good at what you do and being called The Miz. @MLB #MLBAllStarGame2025
— The Miz (@mikethemiz) July 16, 2025
