First pitch: 2:10 p.m. ET
Venue: American Family Field, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
TV: Brewers.TV / RSN
This is the series finale of a three-game interleague set at American Family Field. The Brewers have taken the first two games (6-1 on Friday and 5-3 on Saturday) and are looking for a sweep. Milwaukee owns the best record in the National League and a comfortable lead in the NL Central, while Texas sits second in the AL West (2 games behind Houston) and is fighting to stay in the wild-card picture.
Starting Pitchers
Rangers: RHP Kumar Rocker (5-10, 4.41 ERA, 1.40 WHIP, 117 K in 126.2 IP)
The former top prospect has shown flashes but remains inconsistent overall. He has worked at least five innings in recent outings and generates strikeouts, though walks and home runs have been issues at times. This will be his first career appearance against Milwaukee.
Brewers: RHP Dustin May (6-8, 4.56 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, 118 K in 124.1 IP)
Acquired from the Cardinals earlier this month, May has mixed results in a Brewers uniform. He recently exited a start after being hit by a comebacker (bruised shoulder blade; X-rays negative) but is expected to take the ball Sunday. He has prior success against Texas in limited career samples.
Weather Forecast (American Family Field)
American Family Field has a retractable roof. Forecasts indicate partly cloudy conditions with temperatures around 81–84°F and light winds, plus a chance of showers. The roof is expected to be closed, neutralizing outdoor weather effects and creating a controlled environment.
Injury Reports
Rangers
Kyle Higashioka (C): 10-day IL (flexor tendon)
Josh Jung (3B): 10-day IL (calf)
Nathan Eovaldi (SP): 15-day IL (elbow)
Longer-term 60-day IL: Robert Garcia, Jack Leiter, Michael Helman, Carter Baumler, Jalen Beeks, and others
Key available players: Corey Seager, Wyatt Langford, Brandon Nimmo, Jake Burger, Joc Pederson, and Ezequiel Duran.
Brewers
Abner Uribe (RP): 15-day IL (forearm)
JoJo Romero (RP): 15-day IL (appendix)
Longer-term 60-day IL: Brandon Woodruff, Brian Fitzpatrick, Angel Zerpa, Quinn Priester, and others
Key available contributors: Jackson Chourio, Brice Turang, William Contreras, Jake Bauers, Christian Yelich, and Sal Frelick.
Key Player Matchups & Notes
Corey Seager, Wyatt Langford & Jake Burger vs. May: Seager provides on-base skills and power; Langford and Burger offer middle-of-the-order pop.
Jackson Chourio, Brice Turang & William Contreras vs. Rocker: Chourio has been a dynamic force; Turang contributes consistently; Contreras anchors the lineup.
Both starters carry mid-4.00 ERAs, so run support and bullpen performance could decide the outcome. Milwaukee’s superior overall roster and home dominance give them the edge.
American Family Field (with roof closed) typically plays as a relatively neutral-to-pitcher-friendly environment.
Recent Team Forms
Rangers: 4-6 in their last 10 games and on a four-game losing streak. They have struggled on the road (30-41).
Brewers: 7-3 in their last 10 with a four-game winning streak. They are excellent at home (47-24) and have been one of baseball’s most consistent teams all season.
Series History
Milwaukee leads the 2026 season series 2-0 after taking the first two games of the current set. The clubs have limited recent history overall, with the Brewers holding the upper hand in this interleague matchup.
Betting Trends
Milwaukee is a solid home favorite due to its superior record, home performance, and recent form.
Game Odds
Texas Rangers 8.5
Milwaukee Brewers – 160
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, August 29, 2026
