Brewers Rally Past Mets with Late Heroics: Chourio and Mitchell Shine
The Milwaukee Brewers pulled off a thrilling comeback against the New York Mets on Wednesday night, winning 5-3 thanks to clutch performances from rookie Jackson Chourio and Garrett Mitchell. This victory tied their NL Wild Card Series, setting the stage for a decisive Game 3 on Thursday.
Chourio’s Night of Glory
Jackson Chourio, just 20 years old, delivered a standout performance by hitting two home runs. His first homer came in the first inning, making him the youngest player to hit a leadoff homer in postseason history. As the game entered the eighth inning, with the Brewers trailing 3-2, Chourio stepped up once again. He launched a massive shot to right-center, tying the game and energizing the home crowd at American Family Field.
Chourio’s performance showcased his poise under pressure, as he ended the night with two home runs and a total of four hits in the series. “It’s just been an incredible year for everyone,” he said through a translator. “We saw the fruits that were beared from that.”
Mitchell’s Heroics Seal the Win
After Chourio’s game-tying homer, Garrett Mitchell took the spotlight. With two outs and a runner on base, Mitchell hit a two-run shot over the right-center wall, giving the Brewers a 5-3 lead. “In that situation, I was just trying to be myself and pass it to the next guy,” Mitchell explained. “I wasn’t trying to hit a homer there.”
The blast sent the crowd into a frenzy and marked a pivotal moment in the game. Mitchell’s ability to stay calm and focused in a high-pressure situation highlighted his growth as a player.
A Rough Start for the Brewers
The game didn’t start in Milwaukee’s favor. The Mets took an early lead after Brewers pitcher Frankie Montas made a critical error at first base, allowing Starling Marte to reach base. The Mets capitalized on this mistake, scoring two runs in the second inning. However, the Brewers managed to claw back, scoring a run in the fifth inning thanks to Brice Turang’s leadoff double.
Key Performances
The Brewers had struggled historically when trailing entering the eighth inning in postseason games, with a dismal 0-26 record. However, this time was different. Joe Ross pitched 1.1 innings of scoreless relief to earn the win, while Devin Williams shut down the Mets in the ninth to secure the save.
New York manager Carlos Mendoza noted that closer Edwin Díaz was available, but the team opted not to use him for more than an inning.
What’s Next?
With the series tied, both teams are set for a decisive Game 3 on Thursday night. The Brewers are aiming to make history by becoming the first team to win a best-of-three Wild Card Series after losing the opener since MLB expanded the playoffs in 2022.
The excitement is palpable, as Mitchell expressed: “We talk about it every night: ‘Win tonight. Do whatever it takes,’ and that’s what we did.”
The stage is set for a thrilling conclusion, and fans are eagerly awaiting how this gripping series will unfold.