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Updated at May 5, 2026, 02:19
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Milwaukee welcomes back two key bats while parting ways with a former first-round pick.

The Brewers reshaped their roster on Monday, activating outfielder Jackson Chourio and first baseman Andrew Vaughn from the 10-day Injured List while designating utility player Greg Jones for assignment.

Milwaukee also optioned outfielder Blake Perkins to Triple-A Nashville to make room for the returning regulars, signaling a shift back toward a more complete lineup after weeks of patchwork production.

The return of Chourio and Vaughn comes at a crucial time for a Brewers offense that has been inconsistent. While the club has flashed upside with a pair of double-digit scoring performances in recent games, those outbursts have been offset by multiple quiet nights at the plate.

The hope is that the reintroduction of two impact hitters stabilizes the lineup moving forward.

Chourio, 22, had yet to appear in a regular-season game this year after suffering a fractured hand late in spring training. His rehab stint was brief, spanning just three games in the minors, where he showed patience at the plate despite limited contact.

Milwaukee is banking on his ability to quickly return to form and provide the dynamic presence he has shown in prior seasons.

Vaughn’s path back followed a similar trajectory. The slugger saw minimal action during his rehab assignment but had been swinging well prior to his injury.

After joining Milwaukee last season, Vaughn emerged as a key contributor down the stretch, delivering a surge in offensive production that carried into the postseason. His strong spring performance before undergoing surgery further raised expectations for his return.

To accommodate these moves, the Brewers parted ways, at least temporarily, with Jones, a former first-round selection who struggled to gain traction in limited major-league opportunities. He appeared in only a handful of games and had difficulty making consistent contact at the plate.

Jones’ athleticism and speed have long been viewed as assets, but his offensive inconsistencies have persisted throughout his time in professional baseball. Now removed from the 40-man roster, his future with the organization will be determined in the coming days.

Milwaukee has a week to trade, release, or pass Jones through waivers. If he clears, he would remain in the organization at Triple-A but no longer occupy a roster spot.

For now, the Brewers’ focus shifts to integrating Chourio and Vaughn back into the lineup -- two reinforcements they hope can help turn flashes of offensive promise into sustained production.

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