First Pitch: 6:10 PM CT / 4:10 PM PT
Broadcast: Bally Sports Wisconsin, SportsNet LA, MLB.TV
This is one of the premier pitching matchups of the entire weekend: Rōki Sasaki, the Dodgers’ electric ace, against Robert Gasser, Milwaukee’s rising left-handed workhorse. Both teams enter as division contenders, and this matchup has the feel of a postseason preview.
Venue & Weather
American Family Field features a retractable roof, meaning weather rarely impacts gameplay. Still, Milwaukee’s outdoor conditions influence roof decisions.
Milwaukee Weather Forecast:
- Temperature: 72–75°F
- Wind: 8–12 mph out to right field
- Humidity: 55–60%
- Rain Chance: 20% (roof likely closed)
Impact:
- Roof closed: Neutral-to-slightly pitcher-friendly
- Roof open: Boost for left-handed power (Yelich, Tellez-type hitters)
Injury Report
Los Angeles Dodgers
- Mookie Betts — Active
- Freddie Freeman — Active
- Max Muncy — OUT (oblique)
- Walker Buehler — OUT (elbow)
- Evan Phillips — Day-to-day (forearm tightness)
Milwaukee Brewers
- Christian Yelich — Day-to-day (back)
- William Contreras — Active
- Jackson Chourio — Active
- DL Hall — OUT (shoulder)
- Trevor Megill — Active
Team Records & Recent Form
Los Angeles Dodgers (31–20)
- Last 10: 6–4
- Trend: Pitching stabilizing, offense inconsistent
- Strength: Elite rotation, top-tier OBP
- Weakness: Middle-order depth without Muncy
Milwaukee Brewers (30–18)
- Last 10: 7–3
- Trend: One of MLB’s hottest teams
- Strength: Balanced lineup, strong bullpen
- Weakness: Occasional strikeout issues vs elite velocity
Probable Pitching Matchup
Los Angeles — RHP Rōki Sasaki (5–2, 2.41 ERA)
- Profile:
- Triple-digit fastball (100–102 mph)
- Devastating splitter (arguably MLB’s best)
- Generates elite strikeout rates
- Splits:
- Vs RHB: .178 AVG
- Vs LHB: .212 AVG
- Road ERA: 2.65
- Matchup Notes:
- Brewers’ lefties (Yelich, Frelick) must avoid chasing the splitter
- Sasaki’s velocity plays extremely well indoors
Milwaukee — LHP Robert Gasser (4–2, 3.58 ERA)
- Profile:
- Low-90s fastball, elite command
- Sweeping slider, effective changeup
- Keeps the ball on the ground
- Splits:
- Vs RHB: .244 AVG
- Vs LHB: .218 AVG
- Home ERA: 3.21
- Matchup Notes:
- Dodgers’ right-handed bats (Betts, Smith, Hernández) match up well
- Gasser must avoid long ABs; Dodgers lead MLB in pitches per plate appearance
Key Player Matchups
1. Mookie Betts (LAD) vs. Robert Gasser
- Betts crushes lefties and handles command pitchers
- Gasser must keep the ball low and away Advantage: Dodgers
2. William Contreras (MIL) vs. Rōki Sasaki
- Contreras is Milwaukee’s most consistent hitter
- Sasaki’s splitter is a nightmare for aggressive hitters Advantage: Dodgers
3. Freddie Freeman (LAD) vs. Gasser
- Freeman’s opposite-field approach works well in Milwaukee
- Gasser’s slider must stay off the plate Advantage: Even
4. Christian Yelich (MIL) vs. Sasaki (if active)
- Yelich’s patience helps vs Sasaki’s velocity
- But the splitter neutralizes left-handed lift Advantage: Dodgers
Series History
- 2025 Season: Dodgers won 4–3
- 2026 Season: Dodgers lead 1–0 (Friday’s game)
- At American Family Field (last 12): Dodgers lead 8–4
- Trend: LA has consistently handled Milwaukee’s pitching
Betting Trends
Los Angeles Dodgers
- Under is 7–3 in last 10
- Dodgers are 9–4 in last 13 vs Milwaukee
- Sasaki starts: Under is 6–2
Milwaukee Brewers
- Brewers are 6–1 in last 7 home games
- Over is 5–2 in last 7 Brewers games
- Gasser starts: Brewers are 5–3
Game Odds
Los Angeles Dodgers – 135
Milwaukee Brewers 7.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 22, 2026
