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Phillies and Brewers Battle for First-Round Playoff Bye in Series Finale; Milwaukee Favored at -115

The Philadelphia Phillies and Milwaukee Brewers are both vying for a first-round playoff bye as they wrap up their three-game series on Wednesday night. Despite a loss in the series opener, the Phillies remain the top team in the National League, with Aaron Nola set to start in the series finale. The Brewers, leading the NL Central, are two games behind Los Angeles for the second bye and will start Freddy Peralta on Wednesday. The game is set to begin at 7:40 EST at American Family Field. Milwaukee is currently the betting favorite at -115.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Phillies +100 | Brewers -115
• Spread: Phillies +1.5 (-213) | Brewers -1.5 (+180)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Milwaukee will win straight-up is 53%.

Philadelphia vs Milwaukee Stats

Philadelphia Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies came into the series in Milwaukee with a strong offensive performance, scoring 68 runs in 13 games, ranking second in the National League. The team had a .258 team batting average and 727 runs in 150 games, which were among the best in the league. However, their pitching has been less consistent, with a 4.74 team ERA over the last half month, despite the team going 9-4 during that stretch. A standout player in Monday's loss was Brandon Marsh, who hit his 16th home run of the year and has been hitting .361 in his last 12 games. Despite some struggles, the Phillies bullpen has been solid, with a 3.88 ERA and Jeff Hoffman leading the team in appearances and holds. Overall, Philadelphia has a power ranking of 13, with a strong offense ranking of 4 and a solid defense at #8. They currently hold a record of 90-60 this season.

Milwaukee Brewers Analysis

The Milwaukee Brewers have had a somewhat inconsistent performance in the last half month, with a 6-6 record and a team ERA of 3.97. Despite this, they have maintained a strong overall team ERA of 3.65 throughout 150 games. The starting staff has not recorded any complete games this season but has a decent record of 41-36 with a 4.03 ERA. Pitcher Peralta had a notable performance in his last start, allowing only one run over five innings. The bullpen has been a strong point for the team, with a 46-27 record, 50 saves, and a 3.18 ERA.

Offensively, the Brewers have a .250 team batting average this season and rank fifth in the National League. They have shown strength in triples and stolen bases. In their recent games, Milwaukee has scored 55 runs in 12 games with a .222/.298/.402 slash line. William Contreras has been a standout player, with 90 RBIs, 22 home runs, and 74 walks. In terms of power ranking, the Brewers are ranked 4th and have a strong offense, scoring an average of 4.84 runs per game, and a solid defense, giving up an average of 3.93 runs per game. Their overall record is 87-63, and they recently won 6-2 against Philadelphia. Injuries include RHP Joel Payamps, who is questionable with a forearm injury.

Brewers Look to Capitalize on Matchup Against Struggling Nola to Close Division Gap

The upcoming matchup between these teams presents an important opportunity for the Brewers to narrow the gap between themselves and division leaders. Despite their strong performance in the Central thus far, it is crucial for them to secure a win in this game. Peralta has demonstrated success in his recent starts at home, showcasing effective pitching. While he tends to use a considerable number of pitches, his performance has been commendable. Ideally, he will be able to pitch deep into the game, but the team's bullpen is more than capable of supporting him in a close contest. In contrast, Nola has shown signs of struggle in recent games, making him a promising target for the Brewers. Based on these factors, the Brewers appear poised for success.

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