Arizona Diamondbacks vs
Milwaukee BrewersPredictions & Preview

Brewers Looking to Continue Dominance in Series Against Diamondbacks

This weekend, the Diamondbacks and Brewers will face off in Milwaukee for the second game of a four-game series. Arizona, currently third in the NL West with a record of 84-68, will have Zac Gallen (12-6, 3.61 ERA) as their starting pitcher. Milwaukee, sitting atop the NL Central with a record of 88-64, will start Colin Rea (12-5, 4.14 ERA). The first pitch is set for 8:10 EST at American Family Field. Arizona is favored to win, with the current line at Arizona -129.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Diamondbacks -129 | Brewers +115
• Spread: Diamondbacks -1.5 (+130) | Brewers +1.5 (-150)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Arizona will win straight-up is 56%.

Arizona vs Milwaukee Stats

Arizona Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks have struggled in their recent games, going 2-4 over the last week with pitching letting them down. They have a team ERA of 4.65 and rank 13th in the National League. Starting pitching has been inconsistent with a 4.82 ERA and 1.35 WHIP. Despite their offensive production, scoring 33 runs and hitting .288 in a six-game stretch, the team has slipped in the standings. Outfielder Corbin Carroll has been a standout player with 21 home runs this season. Overall, the Diamondbacks are ranked 18th in power rankings, excelling in offense but struggling in defense. They currently have a record of 85-68 this season.

Milwaukee Brewers Analysis

The Milwaukee Brewers have had a successful week, going 4-2 and capturing their first solo Central crown since 2019. They are currently in the hunt for a bye from the Wild Card round, sitting two games back of the Dodgers for the second slot. The offense has been strong, producing 36 runs in six games and hitting .260 with 10 stolen bases. They are currently third in the National League with 735 runs over 152 games and a team OPS of .735. Rhys Hoskins hit his 25th home run of the season in the clincher game and has driven in 74 runs and scored 53. The pitching staff, with a 3.64 team ERA, has been solid, but over the last week posted a 4.33 ERA with opponents hitting .281 against them. The bullpen has been a standout, leading the NL with a 3.17 ERA and 50 saves, with Devin Williams earning 12 saves in 19 appearances. Overall, the Milwaukee Brewers have a power ranking of 5 and are ranked #4 for offense and defense, with an overall record of 88-65. In their last 3 matchups against Arizona, Arizona went 1-2 against the Brewers.

Milwaukee Brewers Outmaneuver Arizona Diamondbacks in Three-Game Series

The Milwaukee Brewers and Arizona Diamondbacks faced off in a three-game series, with the Brewers claiming victory in two of the games. As the Brewers prepare for this match-up, their main focus will be determining their starting pitcher and developing a strategy to effectively manage their pitching staff. In their previous encounter, pitcher Gallen struggled against the Brewers' lineup, allowing three runs, six hits, and two walks. Milwaukee opted for a bullpen day in that game, a decision they are likely to repeat in this upcoming match. Despite this unconventional approach, the Brewers were able to secure a win in fewer innings and with fewer pitchers than Arizona. The Brewers have excelled in finding a balance between offense and defense, giving them an edge as they head into this game. Based on these factors, the Brewers are the recommended choice for the win.

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