AJ Ciscar is Miami’s strike-throwing Sunday weapon with Friday-night upside
In the 2026 season, AJ Ciscar has emerged as a reliable rotation anchor for Miami, posting a 6-2 record with a 4.46 ERA over 21 appearances and 10 starts, while earning a National Pitcher of the Year watch-list nod early in the year.[3][5] What makes him interesting is the combo of elite strike-throwing, a heavy two-seam/sweeper/changeup mix, and a mental edge that coaches rave about—Miami’s staff said his strike rate reached 74%, which they called “unheard of.”[11] He’s not just filling innings; he’s the kind of power righty who can stabilize a staff and keep the ball in the zone.[15][1]
