Jackson Chourio hits two-run homer in Milwaukee Brewers win over Chicago Cubs
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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio hit a game-tying, two-run home run with two outs in the ninth inning on Tuesday, fueling a 4-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Luis Lara followed in the 10th inning with a bases-loaded single to secure the win for Milwaukee. The Brewers, who also defeated the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on Monday, currently maintain a nine-game lead in the NL Central. With this result, the team moves closer to clinching their fourth consecutive division title, holding a magic number of seven. Chourio, who has recorded a career-high 22 home runs this season despite missing time with a hand fracture, continues to contribute significantly in late-game situations. He finished the contest 4-for-5 at the plate.
- •Jackson Chourio hit a two-run homer in the ninth and a 4-for-5 performance.
- •Luis Lara drove in the winning run with a 10th-inning single.
- •Milwaukee leads the Chicago Cubs by nine games in the NL Central standings.
- •The Brewers have a magic number of seven to clinch the division.
- 5:34 AMYahoo Sports — Brewers' Jackson Chourio continuing to perform his best in clutch moments
"Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio explains his success in clutch situations by saying that sometimes he feels he was born for those moments. Chourio hit a tying, two-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning of Milwaukee's 4-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday to move the team a step closer to a fourth straight NL Central title. The Brewers lead the second-place Cubs by nine games and have a magic number of seven for clinching the division.
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