Brewers fall to Marlins 5-1 on July 25, 2025, as bats go cold. See how Jackson Chourio and Christian Yelich made history despite the team's tough loss.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
It was a frustrating Friday night at American Family Field as the Brewers' offense sputtered in a 5-1 loss to the Miami Marlins. While the team only managed three hits, the game wasn't without its silver linings. Phenom Jackson Chourio continued his incredible tear by launching his 17th home run to extend a career-best hitting streak, and veteran Christian Yelich reached a personal milestone, providing key bright spots in an otherwise forgettable contest.
During his 18-game hitting streak, Jackson Chourio is batting a scorching .367 with 4 home runs and 16 RBIs.
Despite a solid start from Freddy Peralta, who allowed just one run over five innings, the game unraveled for Milwaukee in the seventh. Reliever Aaron Ashby took the loss after a costly frame, and the Marlins blew the game open when Otto Lopez hit a bases-clearing double off Rick Mears. The Brewers' offense couldn't find a rhythm, with Chourio's solo shot being the only run they could muster. The loss drops the team to 61-42, but they still hold a crucial, albeit slim, lead in the NL Central.
While the final score was a disappointment, two of the Brewers' biggest names gave fans something to cheer about. Jackson Chourio's solo blast in the fifth inning extended his hitting streak to a remarkable 18 games, cementing his status as one of the hottest young hitters in baseball. Not to be outdone, Christian Yelich worked a ninth-inning walk to extend his on-base streak to 30 consecutive games, tying a career high he set back in 2018. These individual achievements showcase the dynamic talent at both ends of the experience spectrum on this roster.
As the trade deadline looms, the Brewers' front office has plenty of assets to work with. The farm system is currently ranked 7th in MLB, boasting six Top 100 prospects like Jeferson Quero and Jacob Misiorowski. The depth is only growing, with recent draftees and newly-promoted arms like Coleman Crow (4-0, 2.51 ERA at Double-A) turning heads. This organizational strength creates intriguing possibilities. Prospects like Crow and 1B Blake Burke are reportedly drawing interest, giving the Brewers valuable chips to potentially acquire an impact piece for the stretch run.
The loss stings, but the bigger picture for the Brewers remains bright. With individual stars shining, a deep farm system providing options, and a crucial bounce-back opportunity tomorrow, the focus shifts quickly. All eyes will be on Jose Quintana as he takes the mound against former Brewer Janson Junk, tasked with getting the Crew back in the win column and keeping the Cubs at bay in the tight NL Central race.
