Brandon Woodruff
P · Age 33 · Bats Left · Throws Right
Where things stand
Brandon Woodruff has reversed his decision to undergo season-ending shoulder surgery after tests revealed sufficient healing in his right shoulder injury, and will instead begin a five-week throwing progression starting this week. The Brewers pitcher hasn't thrown since early July but could potentially be available for the postseason if his rehabilitation progresses as planned, though a regular-season return remains unlikely given the team's final game is September 27. Manager Pat Murphy acknowledged a low but real possibility of Woodruff contributing to a playoff run, though clearance after his rehabilitation period would be required.
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Coleman Crow's recent Triple-A success should have Brewers considering late-season rotation change
The Brewers face rotation decisions down the stretch with Robert Gasser underperforming and Shane Drohan moving to the bullpen. Coleman Crow, a 25-year-old rookie, has posted an 18.2-inning scoreless streak in Triple-A across three consecutive starts of at least six shutout innings, making him a candidate to fill a rotation spot. Milwaukee enters a demanding 16-game stretch in 16 days against teams including the Cubs, and could use additional depth as Brandon Woodruff's return timeline of five weeks makes him unlikely to impact the regular season. The team may call up Crow in September when rosters expand or potentially demote Gasser to make room.
Reviewing the BrewBrandon Woodruff Starting Throwing Progression, Hopes To Pitch Again In 2026
Brandon Woodruff will begin a five-week throwing progression starting Wednesday, with hopes of returning to pitch for the Brewers before the 2026 season ends. Tests in early August revealed sufficient healing in his right shoulder that surgery was deemed unnecessary, reversing his mid-July announcement of season-ending surgery. Manager Pat Murphy acknowledged a low but real possibility of Woodruff contributing to a playoff run, though the pitcher hasn't thrown since July 4 and would need clearance after his rehabilitation period concludes. The Brewers' final regular-season game is September 27, meaning Woodruff would be unavailable until the postseason at the earliest.
MLB Trade RumorsBrewers' veteran Brandon Woodruff reverses course on season-ending surgery decision
Brandon Woodruff reversed his decision to have season-ending shoulder surgery after a recent scan showed unexpected healing in his anterior capsule tear. The 33-year-old Brewers pitcher will instead begin a five-week throwing program under the guidance of Dr. Keith Meister, the surgeon who performed his previous shoulder reconstruction in 2023. While a return before the postseason remains unlikely, Woodruff could potentially be available for playoff games if his rehabilitation progresses on schedule.
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