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Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio may miss Game 2 of the National League Division Series against the Chicago Cubs. After re-aggravating a right hamstring injury during Game 1, his availability is uncertain. Despite a strong regular season showing, the MRI results were inconclusive. Rookie Isaac Collins could step in if Chourio can’t play. The Brewers had a dominant Game 1, setting the stage for their upcoming matchup with a focus on Chourio’s condition and pitching plans.
Milwaukee – Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio is uncertain to participate in Game 2 of the National League Division Series against the Chicago Cubs after re-aggravating his right hamstring injury during Game 1. The injury occurred while Chourio was running to first base after hitting an infield single in the second inning, contributing to the Brewers’ significant lead of 9-1 at the time.
Following the game, Brewers manager Pat Murphy reported that the MRI conducted on Chourio’s leg yielded inconclusive results, leaving his availability for the next game in doubt. Chourio had previously endured a hamstring strain in the same leg back in late July, which sidelined him for a month. After beating out a throw for a single, he showed signs of discomfort before exiting the game.
During the regular season, Chourio demonstrated strong performance metrics, posting a .770 OPS, hitting 21 home runs, and stealing 21 bases across 131 games. In the event Chourio is unable to play in Game 2, rookie outfielder Isaac Collins is expected to step in as his replacement. During the regular season, Collins recorded a .779 OPS but experienced a decline in performance throughout September. He replaced Chourio as a pinch runner following the injury and continued to play left field for the remainder of Game 1.
The Brewers’ dominant victory in Game 1 was highlighted by an impressive offensive burst, scoring six runs in the first inning, which tied a franchise record for the most runs scored in a postseason inning. This early lead significantly set up Milwaukee’s successful outing against Chicago.
Looking ahead to Game 2, Milwaukee plans to use left-handed reliever Aaron Ashby as an opener, followed by right-handed pitcher Quinn Priester. Priester, who boasts an impressive record of 13-3 with a 3.32 ERA during the regular season, is deemed the best option for the matchup due to the absence of veteran pitcher Brandon Woodruff, who is currently recovering from a strained lat muscle. Meanwhile, Ashby recorded a 2.16 ERA over 43 appearances this season and is expected to exploit a platoon advantage against the Cubs’ left-handed hitters.
The Brewers are currently focused on assessing Chourio’s condition through further testing, with updates about his status likely to follow as the team prepares for the critical Game 2 against the Cubs. This matchup is crucial for Milwaukee’s hopes of advancing in the postseason.
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