Brewers re-sign reliever Jake Woodford to minor league deal

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Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Brewers re-sign reliever Jake Woodford to minor league deal
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The Milwaukee Brewers have re-signed right-hander Jake Woodford to a minor league contract. This move comes after Woodford, previously with the St. Louis Cardinals and Arizona Diamondbacks, was designated for assignment and went unclaimed on waivers. Woodford has struggled this season, posting a 6.94 ERA and allowing 18 earned runs over 23.1 innings. Despite his recent performance, the Brewers may view him as a durable depth option for low-leverage situations if he returns to the majors.

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  • Jake Woodford has a 6.94 ERA over 23.1 innings in 2026.
  • He was designated for assignment before becoming a free agent.
  • Woodford has not had an ERA below 6.00 since 2022.
  • The Brewers may use him in low-leverage situations if he returns.
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  • 3:00 PMYahoo SportsBrewers re-sign ex-Cardinals, Diamondbacks 6.94 ERA reliever in confusing move
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