Chourio’s Ninth-Inning Single Lifts Brewers to 2-0 Series Lead Over Padres
Jackson Chourio's two-run single in the ninth inning led the Milwaukee Brewers to a 4-3 victory over the San Diego Padres, giving the Brewers a 2-0 lead in their NL Division Series matchup.

Greenville New Bern Washington, NC, October 4, 2026 —
Jackson Chourio delivered a decisive blow in the ninth inning, hitting a two-run single that propelled the Milwaukee Brewers to a 4-3 win against the San Diego Padres. This victory grants the Brewers a commanding 2-0 lead in their National League Division Series matchup.
The game’s pivotal moment came late, with Chourio’s clutch hit ultimately determining the outcome. The single in the ninth not only scored the go-ahead runs but also secured the Brewers’ second consecutive win in the series. Details regarding the specific pitchers involved or the full sequence of plays leading to Chourio’s at-bat were not provided in the summary.
With this result, the Milwaukee Brewers have now established a 2-0 advantage over the San Diego Padres in the NL Division Series. The series will continue, with the Brewers aiming to advance and the Padres seeking to rebound. Further game details, including specific offensive or defensive statistics beyond the final score and the game-winning hit, were not included in the provided summary.
Story summarized from the original created by STEVE MEGARGEE, Associated Press on www.wnct.com, see more information here.
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