Pat Murphy backs Jackson Chourio to perform under postseason pressure

Chourio already delivered a Game 2 walk-off in the NLDS.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Pat Murphy knows what to expect from Jackson Chourio when the lights are brightest 💪 https://t.co/DsdakFt2dX Via @MLB on X

What happened: Manager Pat Murphy expressed confidence in Jackson Chourio's ability to rise to the occasion on the October stage.

Why it matters: That trust builds on a campaign in which Chourio reached 23 home runs by mid-September before carrying his production into the playoffs.

What to watch: Chourio remains a central bat in the lineup as the 2026 MLB postseason continues.

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