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Brewers Favored Over Rays in Middle Game of Series After Tough Starts for Both Teams

The article discusses a matchup between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Milwaukee Brewers in the middle game of a three-game series in Cream City. Both teams are seeking a win after recent losses, with the Rays coming off a sweep by the White Sox and the Brewers falling to the Yankees. The starting pitchers for the game are Tyler Alexander for the Rays and Freddy Peralta for the Brewers. Milwaukee is the betting favorite with a current line of -169. The article was published prior to the conclusion of the opening game of the series.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rays +148 | Brewers -169
• Spread: Rays +1.5 (-150) | Brewers -1.5 (+130)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Milwaukee will win straight-up is 63%.

Tampa Bay vs Milwaukee Stats

Tampa Bay Rays

Tampa Bay had a challenging weekend against the White Sox, getting swept in a three-game series despite the White Sox's poor record. The Rays are now 13-16 on the year and are currently in last place in the AL East, six games behind the Yankees. In their last game against Chicago, Isaac Paredes and Richie Palacios had notable performances, but it wasn't enough to secure a win. Zack Littell took the loss, pitching six innings and allowing two runs. Tyler Alexander will be the bulk innings pitcher for the Rays in their upcoming game against the Brewers, with a 1-0 record and a 4.74 ERA this season. The Rays are ranked 21st in offense, 25th in defense, and have a 14-16 record this season. For more opportunities to win, consider using our sportsbook promo codes.

Milwaukee Brewers Analysis

The Milwaukee Brewers suffered a second consecutive home loss to the Yankees, highlighting some weaknesses in their offensive game. Despite entering Monday with a strong 17-10 season record, their struggles with runners in scoring position and leaving runners on base were evident in the recent game. Pitcher Freddy Peralta, who has a 2-0 record and a 3.18 ERA this season, will be taking the mound in the upcoming contest. The Brewers, with a power ranking of 16, are ranked 5th for offense and 23rd for defense. In their last three matchups, Tampa Bay went 1-2 against Milwaukee. Make sure to check out our top MLB Betting Picks to stay informed and potentially increase your bankroll.

Brewers Favored Over Rays After Challenging Series Start

Both teams began this series on a challenging note with the Rays being swept and Milwaukee losing two out of three games over the weekend. Milwaukee may find some consolation in the fact that they were defeated by the first-place Yankees while the Rays suffered a sweep by the White Sox who had won just three games out of their first 25. Tampa Bay's performance made the White Sox appear more dominant than their record suggests. Alexander has been transitioning between a starting role and serving as the bulk inning pitcher behind an opener this season. Despite a tough outing against the Pirates, Peralta has maintained consistency. Tampa Bay will need to demonstrate improvement in order to be viewed as a serious contender again. Considering these factors, the Brewers are favored to win at home in this matchup.

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