Brewers monitor Jackson Chourio's thumb soreness as season progresses

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Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Brewers monitor Jackson Chourio's thumb soreness as season progresses
Summary

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio is facing thumb soreness as the team approaches the 2026 season's final stretch. Chourio, who is leading off in today's game against the San Diego Padres, has been a key contributor with a.278 batting average and 17 home runs this season. The 22-year-old missed part of the season due to a broken hand and has shown his value in the lineup. Brewers manager Pat Murphy emphasized the need for caution regarding Chourio’s condition, crucial for maintaining the team's strong position in the standings, where they hold the best record in baseball at 74-46.

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  • Chourio is slashing.278/.341/.480 with 17 home runs this season.
  • Milwaukee leads the National League Central with a 74-46 record.
  • Chourio previously missed time with a broken hand earlier this season.
  • Pat Murphy confirmed Chourio's thumb soreness but indicated it's not serious.
  • Chourio is currently batting lead-off in today's game against San Diego.
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  • 8:35 PMYahoo SportsBrewers must be careful with Jackson Chourio after Pat Murphy’s comments
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Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy spoke about an injury to outfielder Jackson Chourio.

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