Chourio's Offensive Explosion Celebrated in Milwaukee

Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy lauded outfielder Jackson Chourio's explosive return to the lineup after a rare day off. The 22-year-old Venezuelan responded with a stellar four-hit performance on Thursday, including two home runs, four RBIs, and four runs scored against the New York Mets.

"I needed that day off," Murphy told MLB.com with a smile. "I think it helped him. He's just a good hitter. He's ready to hit any pitch. That's what we like about him."

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I needed that day off. I think it helped him. He's just a good hitter. He's ready to hit any pitch. That's what we like about him.

Murphy also commented on Chourio's plate discipline, noting, "He also knows when he's rushing; maybe that's when he overswings and doesn't get the pitch he's looking for. He was great tonight. He controlled the game."

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He also knows when he's rushing; maybe that's when he overswings and doesn't get the pitch he's looking for. He was great tonight. He controlled the game.

Chourio's powerful outing was crucial in securing the Brewers' seventh victory in their last 10 games, further cementing their position as leaders in the National League Central division. While not in a slump, Chourio had struggled to produce extra-base hits since August 16th and RBIs since August 18th. His day off followed a 0-for-5 performance with two strikeouts on Tuesday, prompting Murphy's decision.

"Honestly, even from the dugout, I think about going out and swinging at the first pitch," Chourio said. "I like to start the at-bat because I know I have the opportunity to hit the first pitch." This game marked Chourio's fifth multi-homer game in his three-year MLB career. He is now batting .283 with a .821 OPS, 19 home runs, and 54 RBIs, ensuring his third consecutive season with over 20 doubles.

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Honestly, even from the dugout, I think about going out and swinging at the first pitch. I like to start the at-bat because I know I have the opportunity to hit the first pitch.