Mon Oct 06 23:10:00 UTC 2025: **Milwaukee Brewers Crush Cubs in Game 1, Chourio’s Hamstring a Concern**
**MILWAUKEE** – The Milwaukee Brewers came out swinging in Game 1 of the NL Division Series, trouncing the Chicago Cubs 9-3 on Saturday. A six-run first inning, highlighted by Jackson Chourio’s two-run single, propelled Milwaukee to an early lead they never relinquished.
Freddy Peralta delivered a strong performance on the mound, striking out nine over 5 2/3 innings, tying a Brewers’ postseason record. However, the victory was tempered by concerns over Chourio’s right hamstring. The young outfielder, who had three hits in the first two innings, left the game in the second after experiencing tightness in the same hamstring that sidelined him for a month during the regular season.
Manager Pat Murphy expressed serious concern, calling the injury “devastating,” while Chourio remained optimistic about his condition. An MRI was conducted after the game to assess the severity of the strain.
Despite the lack of home runs, the Brewers offense thrived on aggressive hitting and timely singles. “It’s scrapping hits together, keeping the line moving, all the cliches that you can think of,” said Blake Perkins, who had two hits. The Brewers had 13 hits in all, showcasing the same offensive approach that led them to the best record in baseball during the regular season.
Cubs manager Craig Counsell, formerly the Brewers’ winningest manager, faced a hostile crowd in his return to Milwaukee. His decision to start Matthew Boyd on short rest backfired, as Boyd was pulled in the first inning after allowing six runs.
Game 2 of the best-of-five series is scheduled for Monday night in Milwaukee. The Brewers hope Chourio’s hamstring will recover enough for him to play.
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