Jackson Chourio led the Milwaukee Brewers' offense in their 9-5 victory over the Chicago Cubs. The Venezuelan outfielder was the star of the game, going 4-for-6 with his 21st home run of the season, a double, one RBI, and two runs scored, earning him the game's MVP award.
The Venezuelan's home run came in the top of the second inning with one out. Chourio deciphered a pitch to connect with a solid fly ball between right and center field, breaking the momentary tie on the scoreboard and putting the visiting team ahead 3-2.
Chourio, in a highly productive season on an individual level, averages .287 and has driven in 58 runs for the hoppy team so far this season, at a key moment as they are in the final stretch of the regular season, facing an imminent postseason.
Milwaukee's lineup unleashed a powerful attack throughout the game, collecting 14 hits collectively. Despite a close start in the early innings, the Brewers managed to put together a three-run rally in the fourth inning to take control of the scoreboard and secure the victory.
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The victory allows the Milwaukee Brewers to consolidate their position in first place in the National League Central Division with a record of 87-53, further widening the gap with the Chicago Cubs, who remain in second place with a record of 78-62.
