Brandon Woodruff returning to IL with inflamed labrum

Milwaukee loses a key starter again.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 51 min read

Woodruff will return to the IL with an inflamed labrum, Brewers manager Pat Murphy says. He was on the IL with the same Via @BNightengale on X

What happened: Brandon Woodruff will return to the injured list with an inflamed labrum, Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy said. The same injury sidelined Woodruff for six weeks earlier this season.

Why it matters: The setback again removes Woodruff from Milwaukee’s rotation after a brief return. The Brewers enter their scheduled game with the series tied 1-1.

By the numbers: Woodruff has made eight starts in 2026, recording a 2.59 ERA and 0.84 WHIP. His previous absence with the inflamed labrum lasted six weeks.

What to watch: Further medical evaluation will determine Woodruff’s treatment and recovery timeline. Milwaukee must also determine how to

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