Brewers' Jackson Chourio Makes MLB History Sunday Night

Jackson Chourio, the Milwaukee Brewers' left fielder, made MLB history on Sunday night. The Brewers entered the game with the best record in baseball, and Chourio played a significant role in their success. Despite starting the season on the injured list due to a fractured hand sustained during the World Baseball Classic, Chourio continued to excel, finishing the season with 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases.

He joins a select group of players, Julio Rodriguez and Bobby Witt Jr., as the only ones to achieve a 20-20 season in three consecutive seasons at the start of their careers. Chourio holds a unique distinction as the only player in MLB history to achieve three 20-20 seasons before turning 23. This remarkable talent made his MLB debut at just 20 years old, was named the No. 2 prospect in baseball in 2024, and recently signed an eight-year, $82 million extension with the Brewers before his first big-league game.

Chourio's performance this season has been exceptional, as he has posted a career-high 24 home runs and a .825 OPS, both career bests. Among left fielders, he stands out in home runs, RBIs, runs, OPS, and batting average. Chourio's impressive performance extends beyond the regular season, as he has been a force in the postseason as well.

In 12 postseason games, he boasts a .341/.362/.682 slash line, including four home runs. His performance has already earned him a spot in franchise history, as he is currently tied for the most postseason home runs.