Brandon Woodruff shined in his seven-inning return as the Milwaukee Brewers continued to lean on their volatile, yet talented ace after his long-awaited comeback from a shoulder injury.
The two-time All-Star delivered seven strong innings Friday night against the New York Mets, marking his first seven-inning performance since his complete-game shutout on September 11, 2023. After allowing two solo homers early, Woodruff settled in, scattering three hits and two runs over the night, with two walks and eight strikeouts.
Woodruff improved to 4-0 on the season, posting a 2.29 ERA across six starts since returning from the injury that sidelined him for nearly two seasons. His steady presence and sharp command have been a bright spot for Milwaukee as he reestablishes himself as a frontline starter.
The Brewers benefited from Woodruff’s continued run of strong outings, and his resilience after the early hiccup demonstrated the pitchability that has long made him a cornerstone of Milwaukee’s rotation. If he can maintain this level of performance, Woodruff could play a key role in the team’s push toward the postseason.
Summary: Woodruff returned from a lengthy injury layoff to fire seven innings against the Mets, giving up two solo homers early but striking out eight while allowing just three hits and two runs. He remains undefeated (4-0) on the season with a 2.29 ERA across six starts since his return, reinforcing his value to the Brewers’ rotation and offering a hopeful sign for Milwaukee’s pitching depth.