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Venezuela Sits Jackson Chourio for WBC Opener After Hand Bruise

Team doctors are taking a day-to-day, precautionary approach.

Overview

  • The Brewers outfielder was hit on the left hand in Wednesday’s exhibition vs. the Nationals, resulting in a soft-tissue bruise.
  • X-rays were reported negative, and swelling led Venezuela to keep him out of Friday’s starting lineup vs. the Netherlands.
  • Manager Omar López said Chourio remains available to pinch-run or enter late for defense.
  • Milwaukee officials reported no concern about his long-term availability after coordinating with Venezuela’s medical staff, who labeled him day to day.
  • Venezuela’s next pool game is Saturday against Israel, offering another window to reassess his readiness.