Brandon Woodruff, the two-time All-Star pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers, has been sidelined since April 30 due to shoulder inflammation. His last game revealed a concerning drop in fastball velocity, registering an average of 85.4 miles per hour, significantly lower than his season average of 92.5 miles per hour.
Positive Developments for Brandon Woodruff
Recent reports indicate progress in Woodruff’s recovery. According to Curt Hogg from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, he is scheduled to participate in a bullpen session on Thursday. This development comes after his placement on the 15-day injured list on May 1, making him eligible for return on May 16.
- Last Start: April 30, 2026
- Injury: Shoulder inflammation
- Projected Bullpen Session: May 14, 2026
- Eligibility to Return: May 16, 2026
Impact on the Brewers’ Season
Before his injury, Woodruff had a solid performance with a 3.60 ERA across six starts, totaling 30 innings. While the Brewers currently have Jacob Misiorowski as their top pitching option, Woodruff’s return will be crucial as they aim for their fourth consecutive National League Central title.
Woodruff’s upcoming bullpen session will be telling. If he can regain his velocity, a brief rehab assignment may put him back on the mound shortly after May 16.
The Brewers’ management and fans are hopeful as Woodruff makes strides in his recovery, essential for the team’s deeper playoff aspirations.
