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Milwaukee Brewers vs Los Angeles Dodgers October 14th 2025
The Dodgers took control early in the NLCS with a 2–1 win on Monday, and they’ll look to extend the lead in Game 2 against the Brewers at American Family Field. First pitch is set for 8:08 PM ET.
Los Angeles rode an incredible outing from Blake Snell, who threw eight scoreless innings of one-hit baseball. Freddie Freeman’s solo homer in the sixth set the tone before a bases-loaded walk in the ninth added insurance. Milwaukee answered with a late run but left the bases loaded, dropping a tight one-run game at home.
The Dodgers hand the ball to Yoshinobu Yamamoto (1–1, 2.53 postseason ERA), while the Brewers counter with Freddy Peralta (1–1, 4.66 postseason ERA). Peralta led the NL in wins this year and went 17–6 with a 2.70 ERA during the regular season. Yamamoto struggled in his only start at Milwaukee earlier this year, lasting just two-thirds of an inning.
Los Angeles starters own a dominant 1.65 ERA this postseason, while the Brewers are 6–0 in the regular season against the Dodgers. Game 2 is a must-win for Milwaukee before the series shifts to Los Angeles.
Line Movement and Odds
The Dodgers opened around -125 on the moneyline, with the Brewers close behind at +105 and the total set at 7.0 runs. The line has held steady since Monday, showing balanced action from both public and sharp bettors.
Early money leaned slightly toward Milwaukee behind Freddy Peralta’s home splits and bounce-back potential. Still, Los Angeles’ starting rotation has been dominant all postseason, keeping the total slightly shaded to the under.
You can track current prices and run line movement on the MLB odds page.
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Matchup Breakdown
Dodgers’ outlook
Los Angeles enters Game 2 confident after a 2–1 win in the opener. Blake Snell set the tone with eight scoreless innings, and the rotation has been lights-out all postseason with a 1.65 ERA. Freddie Freeman provided the spark with a solo homer, while Shohei Ohtani remains a constant threat in the middle of the order after a 55-homer regular season.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto gets the start and looks to rebound from a tough outing in Milwaukee earlier this year, when he failed to escape the first inning. He’s been sharper since, with a 2.49 ERA and strong control. The Dodgers’ bullpen is thin due to injuries, but their strikeout-heavy staff continues to carry games deep.
Brewers’ outlook
Milwaukee came close in Game 1 but left too many runners stranded, including a bases-loaded chance in the ninth. They’ll lean on Freddy Peralta, who went 17–6 with a 2.70 ERA during the regular season. He’s been inconsistent this postseason but owns a strong track record against the Dodgers, including two wins earlier this year.
Christian Yelich and William Contreras anchor a Brewers lineup that led the league in on-base percentage. The team’s home-field edge remains a factor, especially in low-scoring games. Manager Pat Murphy will look for a fast start to avoid another late rally from Los Angeles.
Key edge
Both starters are capable of dominating, but the Dodgers’ postseason experience and power depth give them a slight edge. If Peralta commands the zone early, Milwaukee can push this series back to even. Otherwise, the Dodgers’ lineup depth could wear him down by the fifth.
Injuries and Conditions
Los Angeles Dodgers injury report
The Dodgers’ latest injury report lists several pitchers still unavailable.
Evan Phillips (elbow) and Brusdar Graterol (shoulder) remain out of the bullpen.
Starters Tony Gonsolin and Gavin Stone are sidelined with arm injuries, while Michael Grove and Kyle Hurt continue to rehab shoulder and elbow issues.
Despite the absences, the Dodgers’ rotation depth has held steady behind Snell and Yamamoto.
Milwaukee Brewers injury report
According to the most recent injury report, the Brewers are still without reliever Shelby Miller (elbow) and outfielder Garrett Mitchell (oblique).
Starter Jordan Montgomery remains out with an elbow injury, and Ray Black is on personal leave.
Milwaukee’s bullpen has handled the workload well, but losing Montgomery limits their mid-series flexibility.
Weather will not be a factor with the roof closed at American Family Field.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Game 2 sets up as another tight, low-scoring matchup. The Dodgers’ pitching has been elite through October, and Yamamoto should settle in after shaky command early in the postseason. Los Angeles’ lineup has produced timely power, and that balance gives them a slight edge again.
Milwaukee’s path to victory depends on Freddy Peralta working deep and keeping traffic off the bases. The Brewers’ bullpen has been steady but can’t afford heavy usage this early in the series. If Peralta commands his fastball, this could turn into another one-run game.
Projected score: Dodgers 4, Brewers 3
Best bet: Under 7 runs (+100)
Secondary lean: Dodgers moneyline (-125) behind their bullpen form and postseason poise
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