Jackson Chourio walk-off single lifts Brewers to 2-0 NLDS edge
Key Points:
- Jackson Chourio delivered a two-run single with two outs in the ninth inning, leading the Milwaukee Brewers to a 4-3 comeback win over the San Diego Padres and a 2-0 lead in the National League Division Series.
- Padres closer Mason Miller struggled with control in the ninth, issuing his first career postseason walks and throwing 40 pitches, including 18 over 100 mph, but ultimately gave up the game-winning hit.
- Milwaukee's defense played a key role, with Chourio making a crucial catch on a potential go-ahead homer in the series opener and the Brewers benefiting from three Padres errors that led to unearned runs.
- The Padres, who entered the postseason with 20 wins in 23 games, suffered back-to-back losses for the first time since early September and will try to extend the series in Game 3 at home.
- Brewers manager Pat Murphy highlighted his team's resilience and belief in their ability to stay competitive until the final out as they pursue their first World Series title.