Game Overview
The Phillies enter this matchup leading the NL East, having won eight of their last ten games. Meanwhile, the Brewers are riding a four-game winning streak, fresh off a three-game sweep of the Boston Red Sox.
Philadelphia has won five of the last seven meetings between these teams, making them the favorites heading into this contest.
Starting Pitchers
| Team | Pitcher | Record | ERA | WHIP | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewers | D.L. Hall (LHP) | 1-0 | 3.86 | 1.71 | 1 |
| Phillies | Taijuan Walker (RHP) | 2-3 | 2.97 | 1.30 | 33 |
Hall makes his first start of the season, having previously worked as a reliever. Walker has been solid, ranking in the 85th percentile in barrel rate, limiting hard contact.
Team Comparisons
| Category | Brewers | Phillies |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 29-28 | 36-20 |
| Runs Per Game | 4.3 | 5.89 |
| Batting Average | .232 | .260 |
| Home Runs | 48 | 60 |
| ERA | 4.00 | 3.68 |
| Bullpen ERA | 4.55 | 4.53 |
Philadelphia ranks top 7 in batting average, slugging percentage, and OPS, while Milwaukee ranks bottom 8 in all those categories.
Key Players to Watch
Milwaukee Brewers
- Sal Frelick (OF) – Coming off a 4-hit performance against Boston, hitting .249.
- Christian Yelich (OF) – 10 HR, 34 RBI, hitting .211, looking to improve his road performance.
- Brice Turang (INF) – 5 HR, 22 RBI, providing consistent production.
Philadelphia Phillies
- Kyle Schwarber (OF) – 19 HR, 41 RBI, ranking fourth in the NL in home runs.
- Trea Turner (SS) – .267 AVG, 10 RBI in his last 10 games, riding a hot streak.
- Nick Castellanos (OF) – 4-for-4 in his last game, hitting .289.
Matchup Breakdown
- Phillies’ Offense vs. Brewers’ Pitching – Philadelphia ranks eighth in slugging percentage (.410), while Milwaukee’s pitching staff has been inconsistent.
- Brewers’ Contact Hitting vs. Phillies’ Defense – Milwaukee has a solid batting average (.232) but lacks power, while Philadelphia has been dominant at home.
- Bullpen Battle – Both teams have shaky relief pitching, making late-game execution crucial.
Game Odds
Milwaukee Brewers 9.5
Philadelphia Phillies – 142
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, May 29, 2025
