Woodruff joins the lineage of Brewers postseason strikeout leaders by sharing the nine-K mark, highlighting Milwaukee's depth and its potential rotation conversations into the rest of the playoffs.

Woodruff’s late-season injury deprives Milwaukee of a front-line option. His absence compresses rotation depth and tests bullpen resilience as the NLDS unfolds, making health monitoring and depth management crucial.

Brewers await an update on Woodruff; his health status will influence NLDS rotation and overall postseason plans. Any positive news would bolster Milwaukee’s pitching depth as Contreras provides offensive stability.

Post-injury return standout; high ceiling with top-36 SP value; durability concerns remain a factor; health and workload management key to 2026 upside.

Woodruff’s September absence shapes Milwaukee’s rotation risk and depth, elevating the responsibility on others to carry innings as October nears.