MLB commissioner Rob Manfred defended his decision to include rookie Jacob Misiorowski on the National League All-Star team despite him making only five starts, noting "the excitement that was going to be generated" and "the fan interest in seeing this guy,

Four days after a surprising decision to add Milwaukee Brewers rookie right-hander Jacob Misiorowski to the National League All-Star roster, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred defended the move, noting that there was no denying the excitement surrounding the fireballer.

The Milwaukee Brewers rookie has started just five games but has impressed enough to earn his place in Tuesday night's All-Star Game.

"They're not upset with me," Misiorowski said, per ESPN, adding that he was also surprised by the pick. "The last five weeks have been insane," he added. "I thought the All-Star b

Milwaukee Brewers rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski reacted to the backlash over his MLB All-Star Game selection.

Jacob Misiorowski Facing Criticism Ahead Of His First All-Star Game

Are you all in on the Jacob Misiorowski fandom? By now, what Brewers fan isn't? You're going to want to mark your calendar for August 10.

The addition of Brewers flame-throwing rookie Jacob Misiorowski to the National League All-Star roster was a controversial one.