Brandon Woodruff

MLB Star

Professional Baseball Pitcher / Milwaukee Brewers / All-Star

Born: February 10, 1993 | Position: Starting Pitcher

Right-handed Two-time All-Star

Analyst Note: Brandon Woodruff is known for his powerful fastball and excellent command, making him one of the most reliable pitchers in the National League.

Career Highlights

1MLB Debut

Made MLB debut on August 4, 2017 against Tampa Bay Rays.

First strikeout: Steven Souza Jr.

2All-Star Selections

Selected to MLB All-Star Game in 2019 and 2021.

Represented National League both times.

3Postseason Performance

Excellent postseason record with 2.63 ERA in 8 starts.

Key contributor to Brewers' playoff runs.

4Career Stats

3.10 ERA | 10.1 K/9 | 1.07 WHIP through 2023 season.

Consistently elite performance metrics.

5Notable Achievements

Finished 5th in NL Cy Young voting in 2021 season.

Career-high 211 strikeouts that year.

Analyst Note: Woodruff's combination of velocity (fastball averages 96 mph) and control makes him particularly effective against both right and left-handed hitters.

Pitching Style

1Fastball

Four-seam fastball: 95-98 mph with excellent movement.

Primary strikeout pitch.

2Slider

Sharp-breaking slider at 87-90 mph.

Effective against right-handed batters.

3Changeup

Deceptive changeup at 86-88 mph.

Best secondary pitch vs lefties.

Career Milestones

1First Complete Game

April 30, 2021: Shutout vs Los Angeles Dodgers.

Allowed just 3 hits with 10 strikeouts.

2Contract Extension

Signed $20.5 million extension in 2021.

Covers 2022-2024 seasons.

3College Career

Played at Mississippi State University.

Drafted by Brewers in 2014 (11th round).

4Injury Comeback

Returned strong from 2022 shoulder injury.

Posted 2.59 ERA in 2023 season.

Analyst Note: Woodruff's durability and consistent performance make him a cornerstone of the Brewers' rotation when healthy.