Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff underwent surgery to repair the anterior capsule in his right shoulder on Friday, the team announced. He is expected to miss most, if not all, of next season. Woodruff suffered a shoulder injury late in the regular season and was not on Milwaukee’s Wild Card Series roster.
“Brandon is not only one of the best pitchers in our franchise’s history, but is also a valued member of our organization off the field,” GM Matt Arnold said in a statement. “He and his wife, Jonie, have gone above and beyond here in the community. Brandon’s health is our top priority at this point in time.”
Woodruff, 31 in February, made two starts in April, then was placed on the injured list with shoulder inflammation. The injury sidelined him until early August. He was effective upon his return, though he got hit around in his final regular season start, and showed reduced velocity as well. Soon thereafter the Brewers announced he would miss at least the Wild Card Series.
