# Good News for Brandon Woodruff, Brewers Before World Series

> Brewers hope Woodruff returns for World Series after surprise healing.
- Title: Good News for Brandon Woodruff, Brewers Before World Series
- Summary: Brewers hope Woodruff returns for World Series after surprise healing. Brandon Woodruff may return for Milwaukee Brewers in World Series after unexpected…
- Keywords: brandon woodruff, milwaukee brewers, world series, national league championship series, mlb, jon heyman, mark attanasio, chad patrick, kyle harrison, shane drohan, sports, Good
- Source: Milwaukee Brewers On SI — https://si.com/mlb/brewers/onsi/good-news-for-brandon-woodruff-brewers-before-world-series-pat3
- Published: 2026-10-20T20:00:02+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: brandon woodruff, milwaukee brewers, world series, national league championship series, mlb, jon heyman, mark attanasio, chad patrick, kyle harrison, shane drohan, sports
## World Series Approaching
The World Series begins Friday night with Milwaukee's roster announcement delayed until that day.
## Woodruff's Status Uncertain
Woodruff may return for World Series after National League Championship Series but hasn't faced live hitters.
## Heyman's Hope
Jon Heyman said Brewers owner Mark Attanasio confirmed Woodruff could return with 'surprise healing'.

> Woodruff, talking about another gamer, yes it is possible [Woodruff returns in the World Series]
## Roster Changes Needed
Brewers must drop one of three pitchers who haven't pitched in playoffs to add Woodruff.
## Pitcher Replacement
Replacing Chad Patrick with Woodruff would be simplest change as both are right-handed pitchers.
## Current Uncertainty
Woodruff's readiness unclear without live bullpen experience against batters.
## Final Decision
Brewers have three days to confirm Woodruff's World Series roster status.
## Key takeaway

Brandon Woodruff may return for Milwaukee Brewers in World Series after unexpected recovery.