Game Details
- Matchup: Baltimore Orioles (15-32) vs. Milwaukee Brewers (24-25)
- Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
- Time: 1:10 PM ET
- Venue: American Family Field, Milwaukee, WI
- TV Broadcast: MASN2, FDSNWI, MLBN
Team Overview & Recent Performance
Baltimore Orioles
The Orioles have struggled throughout the season, sitting at the bottom of the AL East standings. They’ve lost eight straight games, including a 5-2 defeat to the Brewers on Tuesday. Baltimore’s offense has been inconsistent, ranking 21st in MLB, though they’ve shown some power, sitting 10th in home runs.
Ryan O’Hearn has been one of Baltimore’s few bright spots, batting .294 with five doubles and seven home runs. Ramon Laureano has also been productive, hitting .382 over his last 10 games.
Milwaukee Brewers
The Brewers have been up and down this season but are coming off a three-game winning streak. Their offense has struggled, ranking 25th in MLB, but they lead the league in stolen bases. Milwaukee’s pitching has been solid, with Logan Henderson making history by striking out seven batters in each of his first three career starts.
Rhys Hoskins has been Milwaukee’s most consistent hitter, batting .297 with six home runs. Brice Turang has also been heating up, hitting a 409-foot home run in Tuesday’s win.
Starting Pitchers
Baltimore Orioles: Tomoyuki Sugano (4-3, 3.08 ERA)
Sugano has been one of Baltimore’s most reliable starters, leading all MLB rookies in innings pitched (52.2) and tied for the lead in wins (4). He’ll need to be sharp against Milwaukee’s aggressive lineup.
Milwaukee Brewers: Chad Patrick (2-4, 3.35 ERA)
Patrick has been solid at home, posting a 2.83 ERA and a .229 opposing batting average in five starts at American Family Field. His ability to limit hard contact could be key against Baltimore’s power hitters.
Key Matchups
Ryan O’Hearn vs. Brewers’ Pitching
O’Hearn has been Baltimore’s most consistent hitter, and he’ll need to step up against Patrick, who has been tough at home.
Rhys Hoskins vs. Orioles’ Pitching
Hoskins has been Milwaukee’s best offensive weapon, and if he can continue his hot streak, the Brewers will have a strong chance to win.
Bullpen Battle
Milwaukee’s bullpen has been more reliable, while Baltimore’s relievers have struggled. If this game is close late, the Brewers may have the edge.
Milwaukee has the advantage with Patrick on the mound and their recent winning streak, but Baltimore’s power-hitting potential makes this a competitive matchup. Expect a tight, low-scoring battle, with the Brewers having a slight edge.
Game Odds
Baltimore Orioles 8
Milwaukee Brewers – 125
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 20, 2025
