Fantasy baseball today: Brandon Woodruff, Shane McClanahan turn back the clock in return from injury
By Chris Towers
Published on April 1, 2026.
Three pitchers returning from injury have made their debuts for Fantasy baseball, with Brandon Woodruff, Shane McClanahan, and Andrew Painter making their first regular-season starts for the season. Woodruff came back from a serious shoulder surgery last season, throwing 3 mph lower than he did prior to the injury, yet was still effective and dominated his first game in the majors. Despite this, there are concerns about his ability to stay healthy and perform well in the future, given his injury history. McClanaha's performance was generally well-received, but his pitch pitch appeared to be improving. Despite some flashes of brilliance, there is no reason to expect him to be an ace in Fantasy baseball.
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