Overview
- The team, which announced its rotation Monday, scheduled Brandon Woodruff for Game 5 on March 31 against the Tampa Bay Rays.
- Jacob Misiorowski draws Opening Day against the White Sox, with Chad Patrick and Brandon Sproat set for the next two games and Kyle Harrison opening the Rays series.
- Manager Pat Murphy said Quinn Priester is tracking for an early May return as he treats a nerve and wrist issue linked to thoracic outlet syndrome.
- Woodruff did most of his work off the main spring fields, making only two Cactus League appearances and planning a final simulated game Wednesday to build pitch count.
- After trading veteran Freddy Peralta, Milwaukee will lean on inexperienced starters, making Woodruff’s early availability pivotal as the club pursues a fourth straight NL Central title.