Mississippi State baseball will have a connection to the 2026 World Series, as former Bulldogs pitcher Brandon Woodruff and the Milwaukee Brewers prepare to face the Tampa Bay Rays in the Fall Classic. However, whether the two-time MLB All-Star will actually take the mound remains uncertain as he continues working his way back from a shoulder injury.

Woodruff is the only former Mississippi State player on either World Series team, giving Bulldogs fans a compelling reason to follow Milwaukee's championship pursuit. Although his chances of pitching in the series appear slim, the opportunity to contribute to a historic postseason run remains alive.

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff (53) pitches against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning at Great American Ball Park.…