Jackson Chourio Joins Babe Ruth in Elite World Series Hitters Club
Brewers rookie becomes the first player since the legendary Babe Ruth to record 10 hits in the first four games of a World Series.
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio has achieved a historic milestone, matching Babe Ruth's 1928 World Series performance by recording 10 hits through the first four games of the Fall Classic. Chourio's accomplishment places him in rare company, as he is the first player since Ruth to achieve this feat.
Despite Chourio's offensive success, the Brewers fell to the Tampa Bay Rays in a dramatic 12-inning Game 4, losing 4-3 and forcing a Game 5. The Rays' victory at Tropicana Field prevented the Brewers from securing their first franchise World Series championship.
Chourio, 22, has been a standout player in the series, going 10-for-20 at the plate. In Game 3, he also became the youngest player to record four hits in a World Series game since Joe Garagiola in 1946.
Beyond his World Series performance, Chourio has had a strong postseason overall. He is batting .291 with two home runs and nine RBI in 12 playoff games. This continues his impressive regular season, where he batted .291 with 25 home runs, 75 RBI, and 23 stolen bases in 127 games.
Chourio is now considered a strong candidate for the World Series MVP award, alongside teammates William Contreras and Aaron Ashby.
The Brewers are set to start pitcher Jacob Misiorwski in Game 5, who is considered the presumptive National League Cy Young winner. The Rays' pitching plans remain less clear, with starter Nick Martinez having pitched in relief in Game 4 and potential concerns about Drew Rasmussen's workload due to previous elbow surgeries.
Game 5 is scheduled for Wednesday evening, with broadcast details to be announced. The Brewers will aim to clinch their historic first championship, while the Rays will seek to continue their comeback.