Milwaukee, WI - June 2nd, 2024 - The Chicago White Sox's struggles continued on Sunday afternoon, as rookie Jackson Chourio launched a three-run homer to power the Milwaukee Brewers to a 6-3 victory. The win completed a three-game sweep for the Brewers and extended Chicago's losing streak to a season-worst 11 games.
Chourio, a highly touted prospect making his major league debut just last week, wasted no time making his mark. With the Brewers trailing 2-1 in the bottom of the 5th inning, the 21-year-old outfielder took White Sox starter Dylan Cease deep for a three-run blast, putting Milwaukee ahead for good. The electrifying moment sent the Miller Park crowd into a frenzy and showcased Chourio's immense potential.
"It was an incredible feeling," Chourio said through a translator after the game. "To hit a home run in my first series at home, especially with the game on the line, is something I'll never forget. I'm just trying to contribute to the team any way I can."
The White Sox, on the other hand, continued to struggle offensively throughout the series. Despite scoring first in Sunday's contest on a two-run homer by Jose Abreu, Chicago's bats went silent for most of the afternoon. They managed just five hits against a stingy Brewers pitching staff, leaving numerous runners stranded on base.
"We're just not clicking right now," admitted White Sox manager Tony La Russa. "We're pressing at the plate, making outs on pitches we shouldn't be. We need to find a way to relax and trust our approach."
The loss marked the White Sox's longest losing streak since 1956, a dark period in franchise history. The frustration on the faces of their players was evident, with many looking down in the dugout after the final out. However, La Russa emphasized the importance of staying positive and working their way out of this slump.
"We've got a good team in here," La Russa said. "We've faced adversity before, and we've come back stronger. We just need to get back to basics, play our brand of baseball, and string some wins together."
For the Brewers, the series sweep was a welcome sight after a recent dip in form. Starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff pitched six effective innings, allowing two runs on four hits, while the bullpen held on in the late innings to secure the victory.
"This is a big series win for us," said Brewers manager Craig Counsell. "We needed to bounce back after a tough stretch,and the guys really stepped up. Chourio's homer was a huge momentum swing, and our pitching staff was excellent all weekend."
The win keeps the Brewers in contention for the National League Central division lead, while the White Sox find themselves in a deep hole. With a crucial series against the division-rival Minnesota Twins looming next week, Chicago will need to find a way to snap their losing streak and get their season back on track.
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