The Los Angeles Dodgers (69-49, 57-61 RL, 62-55-1 O/U) and the Milwaukee Brewers (67-50, 63-54 RL, 64-46-6 O/U) continue a four-game series on Tuesday evening. The Dodgers will have Gavin Stone on the mound. The Brewers will respond with Collin Rea. The Dodgers lead the season series 3-1.
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Gavin Stone Takes the Mound for Los Angeles
Gavin Stone is set to pitch for the Dodgers on Tuesday. In his last performance, he allowed three runs over 4.2 innings against the Phillies, resulting in a no-decision in a game the Dodgers ultimately lost. The rookie has faced challenges recently, posting a 6.27 ERA last month and yielding eight runs in just 8.2 innings this August. Overall, he has a 3.71 ERA and a 1.31 WHIP with a 9-5 record across 116.2 innings this season. This matchup will be his first against the Brewers.
Los Angeles has seen a decline in performance lately, as they have lost three of their last five series. Once comfortably leading the division, they now hold just a 3.5-game advantage over both the Padres and Diamondbacks. After losing a series to the Phillies last week, the Dodgers managed to bounce back with a series sweep against the Pirates over the weekend, allowing only 11 runs in total. They maintain a four-game lead above .500 on the road.
Will Smith has struggled, posting a .345 OPS this month. The veteran catcher has recorded 61 RBIs and a .757 OPS for the year. Against the Brewers, he has hit four homers and driven in five runs, boasting a 1.5 OPS. Mookie Betts is back in action after a two-month absence. The 31-year-old shortstop has 10 home runs, 40 RBIs, and an .892 OPS this season.
As a team, Los Angeles averages 4.98 runs per game, ranking them fourth in the league. Their pitching staff has a 3.78 ERA, placing them sixth overall.
Milwaukee’s Stronghold at the Top
Collin Rea will take the mound for the Brewers to kick off the series. He delivered an impressive performance in his last outing, throwing seven scoreless innings against the Braves and securing another victory. Rea is enjoying the best season of his career, allowing two or fewer runs in four straight games. He has a 3.38 ERA, a 1.18 WHIP, and a 10-3 record through 122.1 innings. Historically, he has struggled against the Dodgers, holding a 5.42 ERA over 23.2 innings in his career.
Milwaukee has been on a roll, having won their last two series. They currently enjoy an eight-game lead at the top of the division. Last week, the Brewers swept the Braves on the road and began their homestand with a series win against the Reds over the weekend, despite scoring only 12 runs across those games. They are 11 games above .500 at home.
William Contreras has been a standout performer, accumulating nine RBIs and an impressive 1.05 OPS this month. He now has 66 RBIs and an .803 OPS for the season. In three games against the Dodgers, Contreras boasts a .900 OPS. Conversely, Brice Turang has struggled against Los Angeles, recording no RBIs and a .473 OPS this season.
The Brewers are averaging 4.88 runs per game, placing them sixth overall. Their pitching staff has a solid 3.74 ERA, ranking them fourth in the league.
Analyzing Best Bets for Dodgers vs. Brewers
The Los Angeles Dodgers have faced inconsistency lately, dropping three of their last five series. In contrast, the Milwaukee Brewers have been on a winning streak, securing five victories in their last six games leading up to Monday. This includes a decisive sweep against the Braves and a successful series against the Reds over the weekend.
Additionally, Dodgers pitcher Gavin Stone has encountered difficulties recently, allowing 13 runs in his last 19.2 innings, resulting in an alarming 8.31 ERA for the month. On the other hand, Brewers pitcher Collin Rea has been exceptional, giving up only four runs in his last 23 innings pitched. The Brewers have thrived when he is on the mound, sporting a 5-1 record during his last six starts.