Before heading out on a road trip ahead of the All-Star break, the Milwaukee Brewers had the opportunity to end their homestand by completing a four-game sweep of the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday.

For the afternoon showdown, the Brewers handed the ball off to Jacob Misiorowski for his 17th start of the season. And, while he was good in some ways, the Reds attacked him in others en route to a 7-2 victory to spoil Milwaukee’s bid at a sweep in front of its fans at American Family Field.

Misiorowski lasted five innings and struck out 10 batters, but he also gave up two home runs for the first time since April 14, one of which was a three-run shot in the top of the fourth inning.

Misiorowski was assessed the losing decision, and after the game, he talked with Adam McCalvy of MLB.com and other members of the media about his performance and the home runs he gave up.

"Yeah, I mean, I think it's only one pitch that I regret," Misiorowski said about the solo shot he gave up in the top of the first inning. "You know, this cutter I spun and.. No, other than that, I feel like I had a pretty good day."

Despite the loss, Misiorowski spoke confidently to reporters in the clubhouse, and he focused more on the positives of his game rather than the negative aspects, such as the improvement of his command.

"Yeah, 100%," he said. "I think the command has, you know, jumped up milestones. I think it's been, you know, a huge factor in success this year, so it's been awesome."

As the second half of the season approaches, Misiorowski — who has been lighting up the strike zone with record-setting speed — is in a good place with his physical health.

"I feel in a good spot," Misiorowski said. "Feel ready to go, you know, all thanks to the guys behind the scenes and training room and, you know, weight room. So, they've been great with me and, you know, it's been really fun."

Given Misiorowski’s pitching schedule, it is not likely that he will take the mound during the All-Star Game on July 14 in Philadelphia, but he understands the decision behind it.

Starters have not yet been named for the All-Star Game, but given Misiorowski's dominant season, it is likely he will be selected. However, the Brewers must avoid overworking Misiorowski, as he is key to their postseason aspirations.

"I mean, I get it," he said. "I get, you know, we're not looking for right now, we're looking for, you know, September, October. So, you know, it sucks. Obviously, I want to throw in a game like that, but, you know, so be it."

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