Brewers Star Jackson Chourio Out, Blake Perkins In

0:00It's March 26. This is Milwaukee Brewers News Today, your AI-powered team coverage. The Milwaukee Brewers kick off their season Thursday afternoon against the Chicago White Sucks, but they'll be missing their star-outfielder Jackson, Churrio, right from the start. The team placed the 20-year-old Venezuelan on the 10-day injured list Thursday morning after an MRI showed a hairline fracture in his hand. It happened when he got hit by a pitch during the World Baseball Classic Exhibition earlier this month, and now they're monitoring him closely too. Prevent worse damage. Churrio had a strong second year in the majors last season, with 88 runs, 148 hits, 21 home runs, 78, RBIs, and 21 stolen bases that built on his breakout rookie campaign in 2024, where he finished third in National League Rookie of the Year voting, and the Brewers are coming off a 97 and 65 regular season before losing in the NLCS.

1:00To fill the gap, they've recalled Blake Perkins from Triple A for opening day. Perkins hit 232 over his career, with solid speed and some power, and Christian Yelich could shift to the outfield too after a big year with 29 homers and over 100 RBIs. The Brewers hope to start 1-0, despite the setback, while fantasy players adjust line-ups and watch for Churrio's return in 2-4 weeks.