A’s vs Brewers

Milwaukee enters this matchup in decent form, with a 5-5 run, while their starting pitcher is coming off back-to-back wins. In contrast, the Athletics has struggled this season, despite the uptick in form from recent years. The Brewers hold the advantage both in momentum and overall roster health, with only one notable pitcher still unavailable. Meanwhile, the Athletics are relying on a bullpen committee that’s seen heavy use in recent games, a potentially critical vulnerability.

Given Milwaukee’s consistency at the plate and relative health, they look like the better side in a game featuring evenly priced odds. The A's lineup lacks pop at the moment, and with pitching depth stretched, it’s tough to trust them to keep pace. At even money, there’s a solid case for backing the home team, though the potential return is capped. Grade: B–.

Milwaukee sends its top arm to the mound against an Athletics team currently on a surprisingly good run of form, winning four of their last five, creating a setup that leans toward a low-scoring affair. With one of the A’s key power bats uncertain to play and their top late-inning reliever still unavailable, their offensive ceiling looks limited. Milwaukee’s lineup may also be short a key contributor, and their shortstop hasn’t had much success against the opposing starter, a left-hander. Combined with both bullpens ranking among the league’s best in ERA, this one sets up as a pitcher-friendly matchup.

Neither side is likely to push the tempo early in the season, especially with bullpen preservation in mind. If you’re looking for a solid angle without leaning on a winner, the Under has plenty of support here. Eight runs feels high given the current form and absences. Grade: B.

Milwaukee enters this one looking to find some better form, and close the gap in the NL Central. The Athletics have struggled mightily to cover the run line on the road, cashing just two of their last eight away from home. The Brewers face a visiting bullpen missing key late-inning arms, while their own pitching outlook is brightened by a workhorse starter who’s been consistently dominant over his recent outings.

Even with Milwaukee’s offense not firing on all cylinders, their starter is expected to go deep, limiting the need for bullpen depth. The A’s recent mini-streak has been sparked by a bat that has struggled historically in this particular matchup, and their overall road production remains among the worst in the league. At home and still in the hunt within their division, Milwaukee has the tools to cover by a slim margin. Grade: B.