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Milwaukee Brewers vs Arizona Diamondbacks August 28th 2025
The Arizona Diamondbacks take on the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. The game is set for Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 2:10 PM. Fans can catch the action on FDSWI.
The Diamondbacks hold a 65-69 record and sit fourth in the NL West. Their recent form shows a 5-5 record in their last 10 games. On the mound, Nabil Crismatt starts with an ERA of 1.00. The Brewers lead the NL Central with an 83-51 record. They have a strong home record of 45-23. Jose Quintana, with an ERA of 3.32, will start for Milwaukee.
Diamondbacks vs Brewers Key Information
- Sport: Baseball
- Teams: Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Milwaukee Brewers
- Venue: American Family Field in Milwaukee, WI
- Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025
- Betting Odds: Diamondbacks Moneyline +141, Brewers Moneyline -167, Diamondbacks Runline +1.5 (-148), Brewers Runline -1.5 (+124), Total Over 8.5 (-114), Total Under 8.5 (-106)
The Diamondbacks Can Win If…
The Arizona Diamondbacks recently secured a 3-2 win against the Milwaukee Brewers. Ryne Nelson pitched six innings, allowing just one earned run. Geraldo Perdomo and Blaze Alexander each hit a home run, contributing to the win.
Arizona ranks third in slugging percentage at .439, showing they can hit for power. They are fifth in both home runs and doubles, with 186 and 231 respectively. These stats indicate a strong offense capable of scoring runs.
Nabil Crismatt will start for the Diamondbacks, boasting an impressive 1.00 ERA. His performance can give Arizona an edge on the mound. With key hitters like Ketel Marte and Corbin Carroll, they have the lineup to back him up.
The Brewers Can Win If…
The Milwaukee Brewers are coming off a narrow 3-2 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Despite the loss, the Brewers showed strong hitting with 10 hits and 4 extra-base hits. William Contreras made a big impact with a home run, contributing to the team’s offensive efforts.
The Brewers have a solid chance to win with their strong batting stats this season. They rank 2nd in both batting average (.258) and on-base percentage (.331). Their ability to get on base and score runs is a key factor in their success.
Jose Quintana will be on the mound for the Brewers. He holds a 3.32 ERA and a 10-4 record, showing consistency throughout the season. With Quintana’s pitching and the Brewers’ strong lineup, they have a good opportunity to secure a win.
The Lean
The Brewers are favored with a moneyline of -167, and they have strong pitching with a 3.61 ERA, ranked 3rd. The Diamondbacks have a weaker pitching staff with a 4.56 ERA, ranked 24th. My model projects the Brewers to win 5-3, so I recommend taking the Brewers on the moneyline.
The total for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Brewers have a solid batting average of .258, ranked 2nd, while the Diamondbacks have a slugging percentage of .439, ranked 3rd. My model projects a total of 8 runs, so I recommend taking the under 8.5 (-106).
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Brewers Aim to Rediscover Clutch Hitting vs. D-backs
The Milwaukee Brewers had no trouble finding clutch swings in the first two games of their four-game set against the Arizona Diamondbacks. But Wednesday told a different story.
Going just 1-for-12 with runners in scoring position, Milwaukee fell 3-2 in a frustrating loss. The setback prevented the Brewers from clinching the series early and dropped them to 6.5 games ahead of the Cubs in the NL Central.
William Contreras provided the big swing, homering for the second straight night to cut the deficit to one run in the eighth. But in the ninth, Andruw Monasterio was thrown out trying to stretch a single into a double — ending the rally.
“Mona made an early decision and went with it,” manager Pat Murphy said. “Guys make aggressive moves like that and they’re out, that’s going to happen. I support it.”
Closer Trevor Megill sidelined
Milwaukee also received tough news before Wednesday’s game. All-Star closer Trevor Megill was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right flexor strain.
“Nothing too serious,” Megill said. “We’ve been grinding through it, but 34 pitches the other day wasn’t it. We’re taking a step back to get this right for the postseason.”
Megill had been stellar, recording 30 saves with a 2.54 ERA in a career-high 49 appearances. In his absence, Abner Uribe or former D-backs reliever Shelby Miller could see closing opportunities.
Brewers bullpen without Megill
| Pitcher | Saves | ERA | Role Moving Forward |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Megill | 30 | 2.54 | IL (flexor strain) |
| Abner Uribe | 4 | 3.45 | Likely option |
| Shelby Miller | 2 | 3.81 | Secondary option |
Quintana draws the start
Veteran left-hander Jose Quintana (10-4, 3.32 ERA) takes the ball for Milwaukee. He has been sharp in August, posting a 2.83 ERA across 28 2/3 innings despite receiving two no-decisions in his last outings.
On Friday, Quintana allowed only two hits and two runs over 5 1/3 innings against the Giants — both runs coming on early solo homers.
The 36-year-old has struggled historically against Arizona, holding a 1-2 record with a 6.13 ERA in eight career starts. Still, he pitched brilliantly against them on April 14, tossing seven shutout innings in a win.
Arizona counters with Nabil Crismatt
The Diamondbacks will start right-hander Nabil Crismatt (1-0, 1.00 ERA). The 30-year-old has been mostly used as a reliever but looked strong in his last outing, throwing four scoreless innings against Cincinnati.
Crismatt has faced the Brewers six times in his career, all out of the bullpen, and owns a 4.82 ERA against them.
Probable starters
| Pitcher | Record | ERA | Last Appearance | Career vs Opponent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jose Quintana (MIL) | 10-4 | 3.32 | 5.1 IP, 2 ER vs SF | 1-2, 6.13 ERA |
| Nabil Crismatt (ARI) | 1-0 | 1.00 | 4.0 IP, 0 ER vs CIN | 0-0, 4.82 ERA |
Players to watch
- William Contreras (MIL): Homered in back-to-back games, heating up at the plate.
- Blaze Alexander (ARI): Hit the go-ahead two-run homer Wednesday despite recent struggles.
- Jose Quintana (MIL): Needs to overcome his past struggles vs. Arizona.
Prediction outlook
The Brewers have shown resilience all season, and Quintana has been reliable in August. The key will be cashing in with runners in scoring position, something they lacked on Wednesday. Arizona, meanwhile, will look for Crismatt to provide length in a spot start.
Conclusion
Milwaukee aims to close the series with a win, but their offense must rebound from missed chances. With Trevor Megill sidelined and Jose Quintana on the mound, the Brewers face a test against an Arizona team eager to build momentum.
For fans following NL playoff races, this series could play a pivotal role — both in the division standings and the wild-card chase.
