Woodruff's Wisdom: Brewers' Young Pitchers Look Up

0:00On this March 7, here's what's making headlines for the Milwaukee Brewers. Brandon Woodruff stands out as the veteran anchor on the Milwaukee Brewers pitching staff. He's the only player left from the team back in 2017 and has more than seven years of major league service time. At 33, he's like the dad or uncle to a group full of young arms, just breaking into the big leagues. The rest of the rotation candidates are way behind him in experience. Guys like Aaron Ashby and DL Hall have around three years or less, while most others, including Rookie's Chad Patrick and Jacob Misierowski, have less. Then one full year combined. It's the youngest pitching staff the Brewers have had in years. Younger pitchers like 27-year-old Chad Patrick look up to Woodruff for his game knowledge and leadership. Patrick calls him UNC and soaks up his advice, even if the teasing goes one way. Manager Pat Murphy praises the group's potential, but no time much tuning is needed with so many inexperienced players. Recently, Woodruff threw two scoreless innings and spring training

1:01against the Angels. A solid step in his comeback from shoulder surgery and a late injury. Patrick and Misierowski are locked into the opening day rotation, while spots for others remain open as Woodruff eases back carefully. Woodruff is focused on staying healthy through the season for a postseason push, not just the opener. He's tweaking his pitches, adding a sweeper, and embracing his elder role on this ever-changing Brewers squad. Murphy sees him pitching another five years of things go right. Quick thanks to today's sponsor, see the description for more. Do not just fall asleep, drift into what you are listening to, s-o-l-l-i-soli-pillow-dot-com.