Jaison Chourio: Guardians 2024 Minor League Player Of The Year
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Outfielder Jaison Chourio’s season ended prematurely this year, but the 19-year-old, switch-hitting outfielder had already firmly established himself as one of the most intriguing prospects in the Guardians’ system.
Chourio slashed .270/.414/.398 with five home runs and 44 stolen bases in 98 games for Low-A Lynchburg. He had nearly 20 more walks (86) than strikeouts (69).
Jaison is the younger brother of Brewers star rookie Jackson Chourio.
“We are very excited about the developmental progress of Jaison this season,” Guardians assistant GM James Harris said. “(Lynchburg hitting coach) Cole Nieto and our hitting group worked with him on freeing up his movement to impact the baseball more consistently in the air.”
Chourio began to emerge last year, when he hit .349 with a .939 OPS in the Rookie-level Arizona Complex League.
He spent all of the 2024 season in the Carolina League, but his season was cut short by a few weeks when he suffered a fractured left wrist late in the season while attempting to catch a ball in the outfield.
“His injury is minor in nature, and we expect him to have a full offseason and be ready for spring Training,” Harris said.
Chourio plays mostly center field but also saw time in right field.
“Defensively, he has the speed, athleticism and range to be a plus defender in center as he continues to grow into his frame,” Harris said.
Chourio’s athleticism also stands out on the bases. He has a good combination of speed and intelligence and is always looking to take the extra base.
In three pro seasons since signing out of Venezuela, Chourio has stolen 78 bases at an 82% success rate.
Chourio also excels in an area Guardians officials have historically coveted: strike-zone judgement. He led all teen minor league hitters with 86 walks this season.
The Guardians have many reasons to be excited about Chourio’s future.
