Jake Woodford’s Opt-Out Decision | Milwaukee Brewers News

Milwaukee Brewers News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Jake Woodford, a veteran pitcher with seven MLB seasons, is opting out of his minor league deal with the Brewers — giving them 72 hours to trade, activate, or release him. This isn’t his first rodeo with Milwaukee this year; he was DFA’d in June but returned on a deal with this exact opt-out clause. His recent stats, including a high ERA in both MLB and Triple-A, haven’t impressed, and with the Brewers’ bullpen already elite, a roster move for him seems unlikely. Most likely, he’ll hit free agency — a smart move for both sides: Woodford seeks a better fit, and Milwaukee keeps its roster…