The Milwaukee Brewers, currently leading the National League Central, will be without promising outfielder Jackson Chourio and rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski for several weeks. Chourio is sidelined for an estimated 2 to 4 weeks because of a strained right hamstring, according to Brewers manager Pat Murphy, who provided the update on Tuesday.
Chourio sustained the injury while running bases on July 29 during a game against the Chicago Cubs. He has undergone a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection treatment and is reportedly showing signs of improvement, Murphy said.
Performance Highlights of Chourio and Misiorowski Prior to Injury
In only his second major league season, the 21-year-old outfielder has been a key contributor to the Brewers’ offense. Through 106 games, Jackson Chourio recorded a .276 batting average with 17 home runs, 67 RBIs, and 18 stolen bases, demonstrating speed and power at the plate.
Meanwhile, 23-year-old Misiorowski last pitched on July 28 against the Cubs but missed his next start due to a left tibia contusion. After throwing a bullpen session on Tuesday, Murphy indicated the flamethrowing rookie could be back on the mound by mid-August.
Misiorowski earned an All-Star selection remarkably early in his career, following only five major league appearances. In seven starts, he holds a 4-1 record with a 2.70 ERA and has accumulated 47 strikeouts over 33 1/3 innings, marking a strong debut for the young pitcher.
Team Momentum and Upcoming Challenges Without Chourio and Misiorowski
Despite these injury setbacks, the Brewers have maintained strong form, winning seven of their last eight games as they continued a road series against the Atlanta Braves Tuesday night. However, the absence of two rising stars leaves questions about how the team will manage the stretch ahead and sustain their lead in the division.
Pat Murphy’s updates underline the ongoing challenge for Milwaukee’s roster stability, with hopes pinned on both Chourio’s recovery from his hamstring strain and Misiorowski’s return from his leg contusion to preserve the team’s competitive momentum.
“Chourio hurt the hamstring running the bases on July 29 against the Chicago Cubs. He received a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection and is showing improvement.” —Pat Murphy, Brewers Manager
“Misiorowski threw a bullpen session Tuesday and could return for mid-August.” —Pat Murphy, Brewers Manager