Milwaukee Brewers 2026 Preview: Outfield The Milwaukee Brewers’ outfield for the 2026 season is a mix of established talent and emerging potential, with two spots already secured and the third likely to see frequent rotation. Jackson Chourio, Sal Frelick, and Christian Yelich form the core of the outfield, while younger players like Blake Perkins and Brandon Lockridge provide depth. The designated hitter role, transitioning from Christian Yelich’s previous outfield days, will also play a key part in the team’s offensive strategy. Jackson Chourio, the 22-year-old center fielder, has already made a significant impact in his first two MLB seasons. Despite being just 21 when he began his career, Chourio has averaged around three WAR per season, making him one of the most productive players on the team. His offensive upside is evident, with the potential to elevate his batting average and home run totals. While his defensive consistency and plate discipline have shown improvement, especially in spring training, there is room for growth. Chourio’s combination of speed, quick hands, and power could position him as a borderline All-Star if he continues to refine his approach. Sal Frelick, the 25-year-old right fielder, has emerged as a reliable contributor with a strong 2025 season. His OPS improved by over 100 points, and he nearly doubled his home run output from the previous year. Defensively, Frelick remains one of the league’s top corner outfielders, though his 2025 performance fell slightly short of his 2024 Gold Glove-level play. While his power may plateau, Frelick’s potential as a doubles hitter is significant. With a career .288 batting average and 12 homers in 2025, he could easily surpass those numbers if his plate discipline and contact rate improve.#jackson_chourio #milkaukee_brewers #blake_perkins #christian_yelich #sal_frelick
Jackson Chourio Injured, Placed on 10-Day Injured List The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Thursday that outfielder Jackson Chourio has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a fractured left hand, effective retroactively from Wednesday. The decision comes just hours before the team’s season opener, and Chourio is expected to miss at least the first 2-4 weeks of the regular season. The injury was discovered after Chourio complained of discomfort, leading to an MRI scan that revealed a small hairline fracture at the base of his middle finger. The injury occurred during an exhibition game for Venezuela on March 4 in West Palm Beach, Florida, as part of the World Baseball Classic. Chourio initially missed the first two games of the tournament but returned to play, including both of the Brewers’ exhibition games against the Cincinnati Reds in Milwaukee on Monday and Tuesday. Manager Pat Murphy expressed disappointment over the injury, stating that Chourio had been eager to participate in the Opening Day festivities. “He was looking forward to this Opening Day. He loved the WBC, obviously, but he had some pain when he would check swing and even throughout his work,” Murphy said on MLB Central. The manager emphasized that the MRI confirmed the fracture and that the injury is already beginning to heal. However, he warned that further damage could occur if Chourio does not take adequate time to recover. To fill the roster spot, the Brewers recalled switch-hitter Blake Perkins from Triple-A Nashville. Perkins, the last outfielder optioned to the minor leagues at the end of Spring Training, will now take Chourio’s place on the Opening Day roster.#world_baseball_classic #milwaukee_brewers #pat_murphy #jackson_chourio #blake_perkins
