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Brewers' Brandon Woodruff Made 'Most Surprising' Decision, Per MLB Insider

Qualifying offer decisions have become rather intriguing theater in Major League Baseball. Milwaukee Brewers star Brandon Woodruff wound up accepting his $22.025 million qualifying offer on Tuesday, opting not to test the free-agent market with draft pick compensation attached to his name.

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New Update Reinforces Why Brewers Need To Lock Up 2x All-Star Ace

The Milwaukee Brewers got good news on Tuesday when it was announced that right-hander Brandon Woodruff had accepted the qualifying offer and ensured a return to Milwaukee.

MLB News / CBSSports.com / November 19

MLB rumors: A 'clear favorite' for Cody Bellinger, plus what Brandon Woodruff's QO means for Brewers rotation

Here are your hot stove rumors for Wednesday, Nov. 19

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Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / November 19

Brewers Owner Takes Stance On Possible Freddy Peralta Trade After Roster News

Tuesday was a surprising day for the fan bases of four teams whose players accepted qualifying offers, and the Milwaukee Brewers were one of them. Alongside

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / November 19

Brewers reveal Freddy Peralta trade stance after Brandon Woodruff news

The Milwaukee Brewers turned heads on Tuesday when it was reported that star pitcher Brandon Woodruff will be staying for at least one more season with the club after he accepted the team’s qualifying offer for the 2026 campaign.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / November 18

After Brandon Woodruff’s $22M decision, MLB Insider suggests how Brewers could turn this to their advantage

The Milwaukee Brewers are known for making smart, calculated contract decisions. Sometimes that means one-year, higher-AAV deals like the ones given to Mike Moustakas and Yasmani Grandal in 2019.

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / November 18

Brewers lose idolized coach after just 1 season on the staff

For the most part, the Milwaukee Brewers have had a stable and cohesive coaching staff for quite some time. Sure, they’ve lost hitting coaches Ozzy Timmons and Connor Dawson since their hires in 2021, and both Quentin Barry and Walker McKinven an offseason ago, but they’ve also retained familiar faces over the course of numerous years.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

William Contreras News / Athlon Sports / November 18

Brewers' William Contreras Announces Personal Decision on Tuesday

The Milwaukee Brewers’ 2025 season ended in disappointment after being swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS. However, much of the core remains intact heading into 2026, including catcher William Contreras.

Brandon Woodruff News / WI Sports Heroics / November 18

Brandon Woodruff free agency decision makes Brewers payroll history

Brandon Woodruff and the Milwaukee Brewers will remain together for at least another season. The team announced Tuesday afternoon that Woodruff has accepted Milwaukee’s $22 million qualifying offer in restricted free agency, locking him in for his ninth Brewers season.

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Brandon Woodruff News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18

Two-time All-Star accepts qualifying offer from Brewers

Brandon Woodruff has accepted the one-year, $22.025M qualifying offer from the Brewers. The team confirmed that he’ll be back for another season after an excellent but injury-shortened 2025 campaign.

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Ryan Braun News / WI Sports Heroics / November 18

Former Brewers MVP enters 1st-time bid on 2026 Hall of Fame ballot

Lifelong Milwaukee Brewers outfielder and 2011 MVP Ryan Braun will be featured on the Hall of Fame ballot for the first time in 2026. Braun wrapped up his career in 2020 after 14 seasons, finishing with 352 home runs, 1,154 RBIs, and a slash line of .296/.358/.532.

MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / November 18

Red Sox Again Linked to Brewers Ace as Trade Rumors Heat Up

The Milwaukee Brewers have some decisions to make this offseason, with their biggest one being centered around their ace Freddy Peralta. The Brewers seem inclined to keep Peralta for at least one more year, but that hasn’t stopped any trade speculation from happening, nor will it stop teams from showing interest in him.

Danny Jansen News / Just Baseball / November 18

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Danny Jansen

The 2025 season acted as a “get right” one for free agent catcher Danny Jansen. After bottoming out with the Boston Red Sox in 2024, the veteran backstop signed a one-year deal with the Tampa Bay Rays.

MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / November 18

Brewers Linked To Mets Star OF In Potential Offseason Trade

The Milwaukee Brewers are in a difficult spot this offseason. They have a few key free agents on the market with the top one being pitcher Brandon Woodruff.

Freddy Peralta News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / November 18

Brewers' Freddy Peralta Trade Odds May Hinge On All-Star's Decision: Report

Milwaukee Brewers fans are on pins and needles this winter, and it's largely because they don't know if their favorite team's ace is sticking around. Freddy Peralta had another fantastic season in Milwaukee, pitching to a 2.70 ERA in 33 starts and finishing fifth in National League Cy Young voting.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Last Word On Sports / November 15