Rookies Shine in MLB Postseason Spotlight

The Chicago Cubs had a disappointing 2024 season, finishing with an 83-79 record and missing the playoffs, but they found hope in the performances of top prospects Matt Shaw and Moises Ballesteros, who were named to the All-MiLB Prospect Teams. Meanwhile, Milwaukee Brewers' rookie Jackson Chourio made history by becoming the youngest player to achieve multiple hits in his postseason debut and is part of an impressive rookie class in the MLB playoffs. Chourio, who signed an $82 million contract before debuting, had a standout season with 21 home runs and 22 steals, and is considered a key player for the Brewers' postseason aspirations. Other notable rookies include Jackson Holliday from the Orioles and Jackson Merrill from the Padres, who have also contributed significantly to their teams' playoff runs. This year's postseason features several impactful rookies, with Chourio and Merrill being leading contenders for Rookie of the Year honors.