Brandon Woodruff Slated to Face Hitters Friday in Recovery

Milwaukee Brewers starter Brandon Woodruff is making steady progress in his recovery from shoulder surgery. The veteran right-hander is tentatively scheduled to face live hitters this coming Friday, marking a significant step forward in his throwing program. While Woodruff remains on the long-term injured list, his ability to progress to facing batters indicates he is meeting the necessary benchmarks in his rehabilitation as he aims for an eventual return to the Brewers' rotation.