Milwaukee’s surge remains centered on Brandon Woodruff’s return, fueling a 12-game win streak that cells the Brewers as MLB’s team to beat with six weeks left in the regular season. Since coming off shoulder surgery, Woodruff has carved out Cy Young‑level vibes, allowing just four earned runs in 17 innings across three starts while fanning 20. The 32-year-old’s dominance anchors a playoff rotation that looks deeper and more durable than expected as Milwaukee chases a division title.

Wednesday’s start vs Pittsburgh was a planned short outing, with the Brewers leading 6–0 entering the fifth. Pat Murphy stressed no concern about the hook after four frames, emphasizing cautious recovery one month into Woodruff’s return. The Brewers’ staff surrounding him has stepped up, and the run of wins has them on pace to clinch a division crown, further solidifying Woodruff’s role in the club’s late-season plans.

Woodruff’s eight-year Brewers tenure, two All-Star selections, and NL Cy Young voting finish in 2021 frame a comeback that matters for fantasy and betting alike. If he sustains this form, Milwaukee’s playoff rotation could be the difference-maker in October, making him a must-watch asset as the season unfolds.