Watch: Brewers’ Chourio Hits First MLB Home Run

Breaking Records

Chourio is the most recent player to hit a home run at a young age, following in the footsteps of Juan Soto who achieved the same feat in 2018 at 19 years old.

He is also the youngest Brewers player to hit a home run since Gary Sheffield did so in 1988, according to Sarah Langs. This places him in a notable category of players.

High Expectations for Chourio

R.J. Anderson of CBS Sports ranked Chourio as the seventh-best prospect in baseball before the season began and provided the following description.

“Chourio, the breakout star of the 2022 minor-league season, is a dynamic talent. He’s the rare player who can launch opposite-field home runs with regularity, as well as put infielders in a blender on would-be routine grounders. (There was a game in late April against the Angels’ Double-A affiliate where he recorded infield singles to the shortstop and the third baseman in consecutive frames.) Some evaluators have expressed hit-tool concerns generated by his aggressive approach. It’s a fair consideration, but Chourio has earned the benefit of the doubt by holding his own in the upper minors at such a young age. If everything clicks, he’ll provide the Brewers with their fifth 30/30 season. And their sixth, their seventh, their eighth, and so on.”

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A Bright Future Ahead

Chourio made a significant impact during spring training and earned a spot on the team’s roster. Additionally, he has signed a groundbreaking eight-year contract extension worth $82 million.

Brewers’ Performance

The Brewers clinched the NL Central title in 2023 and have begun the 2024 season with a record of 4-1, despite trading their top pitcher, Corbin Burnes, in the offseason.

Conclusion

Despite the Milwaukee  Brewers’ loss to the Twins, Jackson Chourio’s first career home run was a notable highlight. His impressive performance so far, coupled with his dynamic talent, has earned him recognition as the seventh-best prospect in baseball.

Chourio’s potential is further underscored by his historic eight-year, $82 million extension. As the youngest player to hit a home run since Juan Soto in 2018 and the youngest Brewers player to do so since Gary Sheffield in 1988, Chourio is certainly a player to watch in the coming seasons.

The Brewers, having won the NL Central in 2023 and starting the 2024 season 4-1, appear to be on a strong trajectory, with Chourio expected to play a significant role in their success.

Source: CBS Sports