Brewers' Star Jackson Chourio's Hamstring Injury: A Setback for the NLCS
The Milwaukee Brewers' star outfielder, Jackson Chourio, suffered a setback in the NLCS, exiting Game 3 in the middle of a crucial at-bat due to a right hamstring injury. Chourio, who had been playing through an ongoing hamstring issue, fouled off a pitch from Dodgers relief pitcher Blake Treinen, clutching his leg in pain. He limped off the field, replaced by Blake Perkins.
This injury is a recurrence of a previous hamstring issue that caused Chourio to miss a month of the regular season and re-aggravated during Game 1 of the Brewers' NLDS against the Chicago Cubs. Despite his efforts to play through the injury, Chourio's performance had been impacted, particularly on the bases. He had been batting .414 through eight career postseason games heading into the NLCS, but his recent struggles couldn't be ignored.
Chourio's injury is a significant blow to the Brewers' chances in the NLCS, especially considering the Dodgers' dominant performance in the opening two games. The 21-year-old had been one of the few Brewers providing offense, batting in a single run in each of Games 1 and 2. However, with his injury, the Brewers' offensive output may be significantly reduced.
Chourio's contract situation adds another layer of complexity. He signed an eight-year, $82 million deal with the Brewers as a 19-year-old prospect ahead of the 2024 season. His performance and injury history will be crucial factors in the team's strategy moving forward. The Brewers will need to carefully manage Chourio's recovery and consider their options for the remainder of the postseason.
