Woodruff wants World Series return as roster rules loom

July labrum IL stint clouds Milwaukee push for first title

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Brewers’ Brandon Woodruff wants World Series return, but rules might get in the way. Story, unlocked and free to read. h Via @Ken_Rosenthal on X

What happened: Brandon Woodruff wants to return to pitch for Milwaukee in the World Series, but roster eligibility rules could block the move. Milwaukee swept through the NLCS to claim the National League pennant and a Fall Classic berth.

Why it matters: Milwaukee is chasing the first championship in A veteran starter available for the final round would reshape workload and matchups against an American League winner also seeking its first title.

By the numbers: The same Brandon Woodruff placed on the injured list July 5 with an inflamed labrum missed the stretch run and NLCS. Milwaukee swept the Dodgers in four games to win the pennant.

What to watch: Watch for a formal roster ruling before the World Series opener. That decision will determine whether Milwaukee can activate him.

Sources

@Ken_Rosenthal 2026-10-20T19:43:02.787865+00:00

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