The Baltimore Orioles and Milwaukee Brewers open a three-game series at American Family Field on Monday, May 19. Both teams are looking to gain momentum, with the Brewers coming off a 5-2 win over the Twins, while the Orioles are trying to snap a six-game losing streak.
Baltimore Orioles (15-30)
The Orioles have struggled mightily, getting swept by the Washington Nationals over the weekend, including a 10-4 loss on Sunday. Their pitching staff has been a major issue, ranking 29th in MLB with a 5.52 ERA and allowing a league-high 72 home runs.
Offensively, Cedric Mullins has been a bright spot, tallying eight doubles, nine home runs, and 27 RBIs. Gunnar Henderson has also been productive, hitting .273 with four home runs in his last 10 games. However, Baltimore’s lineup has lacked consistency, making it difficult to compete against stronger pitching staffs.
Milwaukee Brewers (22-25)
The Brewers avoided a sweep against the Twins with a 5-2 victory on Sunday, snapping Minnesota’s 13-game winning streak. Milwaukee’s offense has been inconsistent, but Rhys Hoskins has been a key contributor, batting .337 over his last 30 games with five home runs and 21 RBIs.
Milwaukee’s bullpen has been a strength, with Abner Uribe tossing 11 consecutive scoreless outings, and Nick Mears boasting a 0.51 ERA over 17 2/3 innings. If their pitching holds up, they have a strong chance to control the game.
Starting Pitchers
- Orioles: Dean Kremer (3-5, 5.36 ERA) – Kremer has pitched at least five innings in six consecutive starts, but he has struggled against Milwaukee, posting a 12.00 ERA in two career starts.
- Brewers: Quinn Priester (1-2, 4.59 ERA) – Priester has been solid recently, allowing just one run over five innings in his last start.
Key Matchups
- Cedric Mullins vs. Brewers’ bullpen – Mullins has been Baltimore’s most reliable hitter, but Milwaukee’s relievers have been dominant.
- Rhys Hoskins vs. Dean Kremer – Hoskins has been red-hot, and Kremer has struggled against Milwaukee in the past.
- Orioles’ pitching vs. Brewers’ offense – Baltimore’s staff has given up the most home runs in MLB, making this a favorable matchup for Milwaukee’s power hitters.
Game Outlook
The Brewers have the edge in pitching, while the Orioles are desperate to turn things around. If Milwaukee’s bullpen continues its strong performance and their offense capitalizes on Baltimore’s struggling pitching, they should control the game.
Game Odds
Baltimore Orioles 9
Milwaukee Brewers – 115
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, May 18, 2025
