The Milwaukee Brewers (12-11) and San Francisco Giants (15-8) are set to face off in the second game of their four-game series on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Oracle Park in San Francisco. The Giants secured a 5-2 victory in the series opener, extending their strong home record while the Brewers look to bounce back.
Game Details
- Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025
- Time: 9:45 PM ET
- Venue: Oracle Park, San Francisco, CA
- TV Broadcast: Bally Sports Wisconsin, NBC Sports Bay Area
- Series Status: Giants lead 1-0
Team Overview & Key Players
San Francisco Giants (15-8, 3rd in NL West)
The Giants have been dominant at home, boasting a 5-2 record at Oracle Park. Their offense has been efficient, ranking fifth in MLB with 116 runs scored.
Key Players
- Jung Hoo Lee (OF) – Leads the Giants with a .329 batting average, adding 10 doubles and three home runs.
- Tyler Fitzgerald (INF) – Has been 14-for-34 with two home runs and five RBIs over the last 10 games.
- Jordan Hicks (SP) – Set to start; holds a 1-2 record with a 6.04 ERA, looking to rebound after a rough outing against Philadelphia.
Milwaukee Brewers (12-11, 2nd in NL Central)
The Brewers have been solid offensively, ranking 14th in MLB with 23 home runs. However, their road struggles continue, as they’ve lost three straight away games.
Key Players
- Jackson Chourio (OF) – Leads the Brewers with five home runs, slugging .510.
- Rhys Hoskins (1B) – Has been 12-for-32 with three home runs and nine RBIs over the last 10 games.
- José Quintana (SP) – Set to start; holds a 2-0 record with a stellar 0.71 ERA, ranking among the best in MLB.
Game 2 Pitching Matchup
| Pitcher | Team | Record | ERA | Last Start |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Hicks | Giants | 1-2 | 6.04 | 7.0 IP, 5 ER vs. Phillies |
| José Quintana | Brewers | 2-0 | 0.71 | 5.2 IP, 1 ER vs. Tigers |
Hicks has struggled, allowing five earned runs in his last start, while Quintana has been dominant, allowing just one earned run in his last outing.
Game Outlook & Predictions
- Giants’ Strategy: Expect San Francisco to rely on early offense, using Lee and Fitzgerald to set the tone.
- Brewers’ Adjustments: Milwaukee must capitalize on scoring opportunities and limit strikeouts against Hicks.
- X-Factor: José Quintana’s ability to control San Francisco’s lineup could be the difference-maker.
Game Odds
Milwaukee Brewers 7.5
San Francisco Giants – 135
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, April 21, 2025
