Jackson Chourio Sets MLB Record With Sixth Postseason Homer Before Age 23
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio made history with a leadoff home run in Game 3 of the NLCS against the Los Angeles Dodgers, becoming the youngest player to reach six career postseason homers.
Jackson Chourio etched his name in Major League Baseball history on Wednesday night by hitting a record-setting leadoff home run in Game 3 of the National League Championship Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The solo blast, his sixth career postseason homer, was hit before the outfielder turned 23, making him the league leader in that category.
Chourio’s historic moment came on a first-pitch 97.6 mph fastball from Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell, which he drove over the fence in right-center field to give the Milwaukee Brewers an early 1-0 lead. This accomplishment surpassed previous benchmarks held by players like Juan Soto and Kyle Schwarber, who were previously tied with five postseason home runs before reaching the age of 23.
The 22-year-old Chourio has been a standout performer throughout the postseason. Entering Wednesday night's game, he had recorded 20 hits and 17 RBIs in his postseason career, batting .290. While he experienced a slight dip in performance during the NLDS against the Padres, batting .200 for that series, he has since found his rhythm, hitting .300 in the NLCS prior to his record-breaking home run.
Chourio's ability to perform on the postseason stage at such a young age highlights his significant talent and potential as he continues his career with the Brewers.