Brewers' Chourio and Murphy Named Finalists for BBWAA Awards
Jackson Chourio and Pat Murphy are contenders for Rookie and Manager of the Year after leading Milwaukee to a division title.
- Jackson Chourio, at 20, impressed with a .275 average, 21 homers, and 22 steals, becoming the first 20-year-old to achieve a 20-20 season in MLB history.
- Pat Murphy, in his first full season as manager, guided the Brewers to 93 wins and the NL Central title despite significant roster changes.
- Chourio faces tough competition for Rookie of the Year from Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes and Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill.
- Murphy is considered a frontrunner for Manager of the Year, competing against San Diego's Mike Shildt and New York's Carlos Mendoza.
- The winners of the BBWAA awards will be announced next week, starting with the Rookie of the Year on November 18.