Sunday Notes: Matthew Wood Caught Jacob Misiorowski in the Minors

Milwaukee Brewers catching prospect Matthew Wood reflected on catching Jacob Misiorowski and Logan Henderson in the minor leagues while watching them win the World Series. Wood, competing in the Arizona Fall League with the Scottsdale Scorpions, praised Misiorowski's unique velocity and extension following the pitcher's two World Series victories. Wood also highlighted fellow minor-league arms Cam Wagoner and Manuel Rodríguez at Double-A Biloxi after compiling 18 home runs and a 134 wRC+ in 2026.

The column also reviewed pitch extension metrics, noting Misiorowski tied with Colorado Rockies pitcher Sean Sullivan for the 100th percentile in extension. Other notes covered Rockies coach Jerry Sullivan discussing pitch repertoire changes, Atlanta Braves prospect Tate Southisene adjusting his swing mechanics, the Houston Astros hiring Randy Flores as general manager, and the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks sweeping the Japan Series.