Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff is making progress in his recovery from shoulder surgery performed last October. Although he won’t pitch in 2024, he recently achieved an important milestone in his rehabilitation.
Woodruff underwent surgery to repair a torn anterior capsule, performed by Dr. Keith Meister on October 13, 2023. Despite limited details on his recovery, Woodruff has consistently stated that he will not return to the mound this year.
Recently, Woodruff threw off a mound for the first time since his surgery. On August 27, he completed a 15-pitch session and is set to throw again later this week. This development marks a significant step forward in his recovery, as it allows him to work on improving his velocity, pitch control, and overall readiness for a starter’s workload in 2025.
The Brewers have Woodruff under contract for 2025, with a potential extension through 2026. After a challenging off-season that included surgery and uncertainty about his future, Woodruff signed a deal with the Brewers for $2.5 million in 2024, $5 million in 2025, and a $20 million mutual option for 2026 with a $10 million buyout.
Overall, this progress is promising for both Woodruff and the Brewers, who hope he will return fully healthy and ready for Spring Training.
