Jackson Chourio’s Ninth-Inning Single Lifts Brewers to 4-3 Win Over Padres, 2-0 Series Lead
Jackson Chourio delivered a decisive two-run single in the bottom of the ninth inning with two outs, leading the Milwaukee Brewers to a 4-3 comeback victory over the San Diego Padres and a 2-0 series lead in the NL Division…
Elmira, NY, October 4, 2026 —
Milwaukee, WI – The Milwaukee Brewers secured a dramatic 4-3 comeback victory against the San Diego Padres on Tuesday, taking a 2-0 lead in the NL Division Series. The decisive hit came in the bottom of the ninth inning from rookie Jackson Chourio.
With two outs and the Brewers trailing, Chourio stepped up to the plate and delivered a two-run single. This clutch hit erased the deficit and propelled the Brewers to the narrow win, marking a significant momentum shift in the series.
The game’s outcome hinged on the late-inning heroics. The specifics of the score prior to Chourio’s hit were not detailed in the provided summary, nor were the pitchers involved in the final play. However, the victory established the Brewers with a commanding 2-0 advantage over the Padres in the best-of-five series.
Details regarding the duration of the game, other notable player performances, or the exact defensive alignments during the critical ninth inning were not available in the summary. The focus remained on Chourio’s game-winning performance as the key takeaway from the contest.
This win places added pressure on the San Diego Padres as they look to regroup and attempt to avoid falling into a deeper hole in the series. The Milwaukee Brewers, conversely, will aim to carry this late-game success into subsequent matchups.
Story summarized from the original created by STEVE MEGARGEE, Associated Press on www.mytwintiers.com, see more information here.
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