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Brandon Woodruff faces right shoulder injury ahead of playoffs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 4:39 PM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Brandon Woodruff faces right shoulder injury ahead of playoffs

Summary

Brandon Woodruff of the Milwaukee Brewers is dealing with a right shoulder injury as the team prepares for the playoffs. Further imaging is scheduled for Friday, which will help determine if he can start throwing off a mound. Woodruff's potential return in a relief role is still under consideration, following a strong season where he posted a 2.98 ERA in nine starts limited by injury. The Brewers currently hold a 99-59 record, positioning themselves for home field advantage in the postseason. They will face the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday night before concluding their season against the St. Louis Cardinals.

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Status Watch

•Woodruff has a right shoulder injury with uncertain recovery timeline.
•Imaging scheduled for Friday to assess his condition.
•He may transition to a relief role if he returns.
•Brewers are 99-59, aiming for top postseason position.
•Upcoming game against the Phillies on Thursday night.

Latest Updates

4:39 PMYahoo Sports — Brewers news: Milwaukee gets Brandon Woodruff injury update before playoffs

What they're saying

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Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff is dealing with a right shoulder injury . There is still a chance that he could return this year , however. MLB.com recently reported that Woodruff is expected to have more imaging on his shoulder on Friday which could determine whether or not he will begin throwing off a mound. Woodruff’s role in […] The post Brewers news: Milwaukee gets Brandon Woodruff injury update before playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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