{
  "id": 12056153,
  "title": "Down to their last strike, Jackson Chourio and the Brewers find a way in NLDS Game 2: 'One of my favorite games I’ve been a part of'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/down-to-their-last-strike-jackson-chourio-and-the-brewers-find-a-way",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-05T02:33:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/down-to-their-last-strike-jackson-chourio-and-the-brewers-find-a-way-in-nlds-game-2-one-of-my-favorite-games-ive-been-a-part-of-023302795.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "MILWAUKEE — In a nail-biting finish, the Milwaukee Brewers secured a 4-3 walk-off victory over the San Diego Padres in NLDS Game 2, thanks to the clutch performance of their youngest star, Jackson Chourio. The Brewers faced a daunting task after falling 3-2 to the Padres in the ninth inning, but their determination and grit saw them through.\n\nStarting with a walk by Christian Yelich, the Brewers amassed three walks in the ninth to load the bases and set the stage for Chourio's heroics. Chourio, who had already contributed a game-tying two-run shot in Game 1, faced the challenge of an intimidating closer in Mason Miller. Despite Miller's precision and high-velocity pitches, Chourio managed to get a critical hit on a slider to tie the game.\n\nThe next crucial at-bat came from Sal Frelick, who also drew a walk to keep the momentum going. With bases loaded and two outs, the spotlight turned to Sánchez, who delivered another walk, ensuring a perfect setup for Chourio. As the anticipation built, Miller threw a fastball, and Chourio responded with a powerful single, leaving the crowd in awe.\n\nChourio's walk-off hit not only secured a crucial win for the Brewers but also highlighted his growing stature in the league. Both Yelich and manager Pat Murphy praised Chourio's development and confidence in high-pressure situations. With this victory, the Brewers now hold a 2-0 lead in the NLDS against the Padres, sending them toward the NLCS.",
  "summary": "The fans in Milwaukee didn't have a whole lot to cheer about for 8 2/3 innings. Then Chourio delivered.",
  "key_points": [
    "Milwaukee Brewers defeat San Diego Padres 4-3 in NLDS Game 2",
    "Jackson Chourio hits walk-off single to secure victory",
    "Brewers now lead 2-0 in NLDS series against Padres"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}