Brandon Woodruff returns to pitch as Brewers lead World Series Game 3
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Last updated Oct 27, 2026
Brandon Woodruff made his long-awaited return to the mound during Game 3 of the World Series on October 27, 2026. The Milwaukee Brewers secured a significant 10-1 advantage against the Tampa Bay Rays. Woodruff's appearance came after having not pitched since July 4. He faced the Rays in the ninth inning, allowing two hits and one run but sealing the victory for the Brewers. His comeback follows a lengthy injury layoff, including missed time due to shoulder issues, and followed his addition to the World Series roster just days prior.
- •Brandon Woodruff pitched for the first time since July 4, 2026.
- •The Brewers lead the World Series 2-1 following the Game 3 win.
- •Woodruff gave up two hits and one run in the ninth inning.
- •The Brewers scored eight runs with two outs during the game.
- •Woodruff was added to the World Series roster on October 23, 2026.
- 4:30 AMYahoo Sports — Brewers’ Brandon Woodruff makes first appearance since July amid Game 3 blowout
- 3:51 AMYahoo Sports — Brewers fans react to Brandon Woodruff's Game 3 close
- 3:30 AMYahoo Sports — Brandon Woodruff makes long-awaited return with Brewers cruising in World Series Game 3
"The Milwaukee Brewers comfortably raced to a 10-0 lead thanks to Christian Yelich and William Contreras igniting things early . And that blowout of the Tampa Bay Rays in the World Series sparked a first since July 4: Brandon Woodruff making an appearance. The relief pitcher entered onto the field during the ninth inning . MLB insider Jon Heyman […] The post Brewers’ Brandon Woodruff makes first appearance since July amid Game 3 blowout appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"Brandon Woodruff returned to the mound for the first time since July 4 as the Brewers steamrolled the Rays in World Series Game 3.
"Brandon Woodruff closed out Game 3 of the World Series, marking his first appearance since July 4.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 27, 2026, 4:30 AMBrewers’ Brandon Woodruff makes first appearance since July amid Game 3 blowout
The Milwaukee Brewers comfortably raced to a 10-0 lead thanks to Christian Yelich and William Contreras igniting things early . And that blowout of the Tampa Bay Rays in the World Series sparked a first since July 4: Brandon Woodruff making an appearance. The relief pitcher entered onto the field during the ninth inning . MLB insider Jon Heyman […] The post Brewers’ Brandon Woodruff makes first appearance since July amid Game 3 blowout appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsOct 27, 2026, 3:51 AMBrewers fans react to Brandon Woodruff's Game 3 close
Brandon Woodruff closed out Game 3 of the World Series, marking his first appearance since July 4.
- Yahoo SportsOct 27, 2026, 3:30 AMBrandon Woodruff makes long-awaited return with Brewers cruising in World Series Game 3
Brandon Woodruff returned to the mound for the first time since July 4 as the Brewers steamrolled the Rays in World Series Game 3.
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