The Milwaukee Brewers, currently holding the best record in baseball at 68-44, have announced that their rising star Jackson Chourio will be out of action for an estimated two to four weeks as he recovers from a right hamstring injury. The update came just before the Brewers’ Tuesday night game against the Atlanta Braves. Chourio sustained the injury about a week ago and has been on the 10-day Injured List; however, he will not return immediately following that mandatory absence. The team appears to be prioritizing his full recovery before reinstating him in the lineup.
Chourio is a vital component of Milwaukee’s offensive strength. In his sophomore Major League Baseball season, he continues to build on the momentum from his 2024 debut when he finished third in National League Rookie of the Year voting. This season, up through 106 games, Chourio has tallied 17 home runs and 29 doubles, hitting .276 with an OPS (on-base plus slugging) of .785. His consistent performance echoes his rookie numbers, having hit .275 with 21 home runs and an OPS of .791 in more than 140 games last year. The Brewers secured his future with an eight-year, $82 million contract before his first <a href="https://www.buzzineintl.com/category/baseball/mlb/”>MLB appearance.
Brewers Overcome Absences and Maintain Momentum
Despite missing Chourio for the past six games—and also seeing rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski placed on the Injured List—the Milwaukee Brewers remain a dominant force in the National League Central. They have won four consecutive games and are aiming to clinch the division title for the fourth time in five years. Their pitching staff is considered one of the strongest in the league, contributing to the team’s balance and solid fundamentals.
Hamstring injuries vary in severity and can require extended recovery periods, so the Brewers are hopeful Chourio will return at full health in time for the crucial October postseason push. Last year, the team secured the NL Central but suffered an early exit in the Wild Card round against the New York Mets. This season, the goal is to secure the top seed in the National League and avoid a similar early departure.
Interim Replacements and Team Contributions
In Chourio’s absence, outfielder Blake Perkins has taken over in the lineup and has shown respectable production. Across 15 games this season, Perkins has managed a .244 batting average and an OPS just over .800. Other key players contributing to Milwaukee’s success include Christian Yelich, leading the team with 21 home runs, along with rookie Isaac Collins, and productive contributions from Brice Turang and Caleb Durbin. The Brewers’ depth continues to keep the team competitive while awaiting Chourio’s return.
The Road Ahead for Milwaukee and Chourio
Jackson Chourio remains a cornerstone of Milwaukee’s offense and a player they are unwilling to rush back prematurely. His injury timeline of 2-4 weeks implies a possible return in early September, providing the Brewers adequate time to fully heal him ahead of the postseason. As the team aims for the National League’s top seed, having Chourio back at full strength could be a decisive factor in their quest for a deep playoff run and possibly a championship.
“He is an essential piece to this Brewers offense, and they likely want him to be fully healthy before activating him.” —Todd Rosiak, Brewers Reporter