The Milwaukee Brewers travel to Great American Ball Park to take on the Cincinnati Reds. The Brewers have an 87-54 record, leading the NL Central division. They recently lost a game but have a strong 6-4 record over their last 10 games.
The Reds, sitting at 67-73, are fifth in the division. They are coming off two consecutive wins and have split their last 10 games. The starting pitchers are Shane Drohan for the Brewers and Rhett Lowder for the Reds. The game will take place on Friday, September 4, 2026, at 6:10 PM.
Milwaukee Brewers Team Preview
The Milwaukee Brewers have been on a roller coaster in their recent games. They managed to secure two wins against the Chicago Cubs, with scores of 9-5 and 9-4. However, they also faced some tough losses, including a significant 17-3 defeat against the same Cubs team.
In terms of hitting, the Brewers hold a solid third rank in batting average with .256. They lead in on-base percentage at .339 and are fourth in doubles with 246. Despite these strengths, their home runs rank is lower at 25th, with 131 homers for the season.
The Brewers’ pitching has shown strength with a 3.47 ERA, ranking second. They also rank second in batting average against, holding opponents to a .220 average. Shane Drohan will be their starting pitcher for the next game, carrying a 3.75 ERA into the matchup against the Cincinnati Reds.
Cincinnati Reds Team Preview
The Cincinnati Reds have shown some strong hitting recently. They won against the San Diego Padres on September 2nd with 11 hits, including 4 home runs. JJ Bleday had a standout performance with a home run and 3 hits.
In the upcoming game, Rhett Lowder will start on the mound for the Reds. He has a record of 6-8 this season with a 5.14 ERA. The team hopes he can improve his numbers and secure a win at home.
The Reds’ lineup features Sal Stewart, who leads the team with 31 home runs this season. Elly De La Cruz is another key player, contributing with a .273 batting average. Both players are expected to play important roles in the next game.
Betting Prediction
Pick: Brewers -161
The Brewers have a solid chance of winning. Their batting average is .256, which ranks 3rd, while their on-base percentage is .339, ranking 1st. This strong hitting performance gives them an edge.
The Brewers’ pitching is another reason to favor them. They have a low earned run average of 3.47, which ranks 2nd. They also limit opponents to a batting average of .220, also ranked 2nd.
The Reds struggle in several areas. Their team ERA is 4.65, ranking 25th, and they give up a lot of home runs. These factors make it challenging for them to compete effectively against a team like the Brewers.
- Pick: Brewers -161
