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Woodruff Returns: Brewers Face Reds in Crucial Rivalry Week
23 Jun
Summary
- Brewers begin a critical stretch of 15 of 18 games against NL Central rivals.
- Brandon Woodruff is set to pitch for the first time since April 30.
- The Brewers rank third in MLB in runs scored and second in run differential.
The Milwaukee Brewers are embarking on a critical period of National League Central rivalry games as the All-Star break approaches. Following a season where they played few divisional games early on, the Brewers are scheduled to play 15 of their next 18 matchups against NL Central opponents.
This intense divisional slate begins with a three-game series against the fifth-place Cincinnati Reds, who are 9½ games behind Milwaukee and struggle with a 4.58 team ERA. The series gained significant attention with the announcement of pitcher Brandon Woodruff's return to the mound for the first time since April 30.
Woodruff, sidelined with shoulder inflammation, made two rehab starts in the minor leagues. Before his injury, he posted a 2-1 record with a 3.60 ERA and 25 strikeouts in 30 innings. The Brewers are currently performing well, ranking third in MLB in runs scored and second in run differential, with three NL Central teams in the top 10 for runs.
The three-game series against the Reds will take place from June 22-24, with all games scheduled to start at 6:10 p.m. CT. Broadcasts will be available on Brewers.TV, with live streaming options also accessible through the MLB app. Radio coverage can be found on the Brewers Radio Network, including flagship station AM-620 WTMJ.
