Update on Jackson Chourio: MRI Results Inconclusive as Injury Status Remains Day-To-Day

Jackson Chourio’s Injury Update: Concerns Ahead of Game 2 in NLDS

Jackson Chourio’s right hamstring tightness led to an early exit in the second inning of Game 1 of the NLDS, despite his impressive performance where he recorded three hits. The Milwaukee Brewers secured a significant 9-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs, but Chourio’s health remains a topic of concern. Following the game, Chourio expressed optimism about his condition, stating, “I feel good, and I feel I’m in a position where I’m ready to keep going and ready to keep competing.”

MRI Results and Implications for the Series

Chourio underwent an MRI to assess the extent of his injury. According to Brewers manager Pat Murphy, the results were “inconclusive.” While it was determined that the injury is not a serious hamstring strain, it remains uncertain how much it could affect his performance moving forward. Murphy commented, “We’re going to kind of see how he feels. He’s going to go through some testing, and if he feels anything, we’re going to shut it down.”

Current Status of Jackson Chourio

As reported by Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Chourio’s activity has been limited to jogging from home plate to first base at approximately 50 percent effort. Observers noted that he moved gingerly but did not exhibit pain during or after these runs. With a crucial off-day between Game 1 and Game 2, the Brewers are hopeful that Chourio’s situation may improve.

Future Considerations and Team Adjustments

• The Brewers have another off-day before Game 3 on Wednesday, allowing the team to monitor Chourio’s condition closely.
• Should Chourio be unable to play, Issac Collins will continue as the left fielder. Collins has seen a dip in performance over the latter part of the season but concluded his rookie campaign with a respectable .263/.368/.411 batting line and nine home runs across 441 plate appearances.
• If Chourio needs to be removed from the NLDS roster due to injury, Milwaukee would be allowed to add a replacement player. However, Chourio would be ineligible to return until the World Series, provided the Brewers advance beyond both the NLDS and NLCS.

Team Roster and Options Moving Forward

The Brewers currently have outfielders Blake Perkins and Brandon Lockridge on their 26-man roster, providing some flexibility should they need to shuffle their lineup. With an eye on maintaining their competitive edge in the postseason, the Brewers will make their final decisions regarding Chourio’s status ahead of Wednesday’s game, seeking to balance player health with playoff aspirations.