Brewers Receive Injury Updates on Key Players Ahead of Red Sox Clash

Chourio expected back in mid-to-late April, Vaughn targeting late May or early June return

Apr. 8, 2026 at 12:36am

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The Milwaukee Brewers received important injury updates on two of their key players, outfielder Jackson Chourio and first baseman Andrew Vaughn, as the team prepares to face the Boston Red Sox. Chourio, a top prospect, is expected to return from a fractured hand by mid- to late-April, while Vaughn, who suffered a broken hamate bone, could be back by late-May or early-June.

Why it matters

The Brewers have gotten off to an 8-2 start this season, and getting Chourio and Vaughn back in the lineup will be crucial as they look to maintain their strong play and compete in the NL Central. Chourio and Vaughn were both productive players for the Brewers last year, and their returns will bolster the team's offense.

The details

Chourio, 22, suffered the hand injury while playing for Team Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic. He was placed on the 10-day IL on Opening Day, but the latest update indicates he is on track to return in the next few weeks. Vaughn, 28, broke his hamate bone in his left hand on Opening Day and was also placed on the 10-day IL. While his exact return timeline was not provided, hamate bone injuries typically sideline players for 4-6 weeks.

  • Chourio is expected to return by mid- to late-April.
  • Vaughn will have a follow-up appointment with doctors on Thursday regarding his hand injury.

The players

Jackson Chourio

A 22-year-old outfielder for the Milwaukee Brewers who is one of the top prospects in baseball. He suffered a fractured hand while playing for Team Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic.

Andrew Vaughn

A 28-year-old first baseman for the Milwaukee Brewers who was acquired in a trade from the Chicago White Sox last season. He suffered a broken hamate bone in his left hand on Opening Day.

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What they’re saying

“A few more Brewers injury notes. Jackson Chourio has follow-up imaging on Thursday for his fractured hand. Still estimating mid- to late-April return. Andrew Vaughn also has a follow-up Thursday with his hand surgeon. Hopefully will get clearance to progress to next step.”

— Adam McCalvy, MLB.com reporter

The takeaway

The Brewers' strong start to the season could be bolstered even further by the return of two key offensive contributors, Chourio and Vaughn, in the coming weeks and months. Their recoveries will be crucial as the team looks to maintain its position atop the NL Central.