Chicago White Sox vs Milwaukee Brewers Picks and Predictions May 1st 2025

Brewers vs White Sox Game Preview: Milwaukee Looks to Stay Hot

The Milwaukee Brewers have hit their stride again. After stumbling early in their 10-game road trip, they’ve now won three straight—including two decisive victories over the Chicago White Sox—and they’ll look to complete the sweep Thursday afternoon at Guaranteed Rate Field.

Milwaukee has now won eight straight games against the White Sox dating back to last season and is getting key contributions from up and down the lineup.

With a win, the Brewers would match their longest winning streak of the season and further capitalize on a White Sox team that’s been in freefall, losing 13 of their last 16 games.

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Brewers Rolling on Offense

Milwaukee has outscored its opponents 20-7 during their current three-game winning streak. In Wednesday’s 6-4 win, Jake Bauers delivered the decisive blow—a two-run, tiebreaking double in the eighth inning, marking his first hit of the season against a lefty.

“I was just looking for a pitch I could hit in the air,” Bauers said. “Got a cutter that caught a little too much plate and put a good swing on it.”

William Contreras continues to set the tone, extending his hitting streak to nine games with a 2-for-3 effort, two walks, and an RBI on Wednesday. He also homered in Tuesday’s series opener.

The Brewers have turned the tide quickly after a 1-5 start to the road trip, showing renewed energy and execution on both sides of the ball.

“It’s still so early, so a little adversity isn’t going to make us panic,” Bauers said. “We’re going day-to-day and trying to be as ready as possible.”

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White Sox Struggles Continue

It’s been a rough season for the Chicago White Sox, who now own a 7-23 record—second-worst in MLB, ahead of only the Colorado Rockies (5-25).

Wednesday’s game featured three defensive errors, including an ugly missed grounder by third baseman Gage Workman that allowed Contreras to score an early run. That lapse gave Milwaukee a 2-0 lead before the Sox could even settle in.

“We didn’t make the plays we needed to,” manager Will Venable said postgame. “It’s as simple as that.”

Despite the loss, there was a silver lining: Miguel Vargas. The infielder went 3-for-4 with an RBI, pushing his hitting streak to seven games. During that span, he’s batting .462 (12-for-26)—a remarkable turnaround after slumping to .139 through April 21.

“He’s really doing a great job of making adjustments,” Venable said. “He’s been one of our most disciplined hitters at the plate lately.”

Pitching Matchup: Chad Patrick vs Sean Burke

Thursday’s series finale will feature two rookie right-handers, each with different trajectories so far this season.

Chad Patrick (MIL) – 1-2, 2.45 ERA

Patrick, 26, has quietly been effective in limited action, although he’s lost his last two starts. In his most recent outing against St. Louis, he allowed two runs on four hits in 4 1/3 innings. He’s walked just two batters in that span, showing good control and pitch efficiency.

Patrick’s pitch-to-contact approach fits well with Milwaukee’s infield defense, and he’ll look to pitch deeper into the game Thursday.

Sean Burke (CWS) – 1-4, 6.00 ERA

Burke, 25, has endured a tough start to the season, allowing seven home runs in 27 innings. He’s lost four straight decisions since winning his first start. His last outing against the Oakland Athletics was a mixed bag: 5 1/3 innings, five hits, four runs (three earned), five strikeouts, and two walks in a 6-5 loss.

Command has been an issue, and Milwaukee’s hitters are unlikely to let him off easy if he misses spots.

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Series Snapshot: Brewers vs White Sox

Players to Watch

William Contreras (MIL) – On a 9-game hitting streak, the Brewers’ catcher is seeing the ball well and has been a spark plug for the offense.

Jake Bauers (MIL) – His go-ahead double in Game 2 may give him the confidence to stay hot at the plate.

Miguel Vargas (CWS) – Batting .462 over his last 7 games, Vargas is quietly becoming the White Sox’s most consistent offensive performer.

Sean Burke (CWS) – Can he limit the long ball and give the Sox a chance to win a game they desperately need?

FAQs

When is Brewers vs White Sox Game 3?
Thursday afternoon at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.

Who are the starting pitchers?
Rookie right-handers Chad Patrick (Brewers) and Sean Burke (White Sox).

What’s at stake?
Milwaukee is seeking a series sweep and its fourth straight win. The White Sox are trying to avoid their 24th loss of the season.

Who’s the hottest hitter in the series?
William Contreras for Milwaukee (9-game hitting streak); Miguel Vargas for Chicago (batting .462 in his last 7 games).

How have the Brewers dominated this matchup?
They’ve won 8 straight against the White Sox dating back to 2023.

Where can I find betting picks for this matchup?
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