Los Angeles Dodgers vs Milwaukee Brewers Preview
Today's Starting Matchup
Today's starting pitching matchup features Los Angeles Dodgers's Roki Sasaki (2-3, 5.09 ERA) against Milwaukee Brewers's Robert Gasser (0-0, 4.50 ERA).
Both starters carry similar ERAs, setting the stage for a potential pitchers' duel. WHIP: Roki Sasaki 1.45, Robert Gasser 1.25.
Advanced metrics: Roki Sasaki — FIP 5.53, K% 21.5%, 40.7 IP / Robert Gasser — FIP 5.35, K% 15.0%, 4.0 IP
Team Season Comparison
2026 season record: Los Angeles Dodgers 31-20 (.608), Milwaukee Brewers 30-18 (.625).
Run differential: Los Angeles Dodgers +94, Milwaukee Brewers +79. Los Angeles Dodgers boasts superior run production.
Recent form: Los Angeles Dodgers on a 1-game losing streak, Milwaukee Brewers on a 4-game win streak.
Based on starting pitching, Milwaukee Brewers holds the edge.
Bullpen Analysis
Los Angeles Dodgers bullpen: 13 relievers on the active roster. Key arms: Alex Vesia 2.65 ERA, 23K in 17.0IP, Blake Treinen (Setup) 3.31 ERA, 15K in 16.1IP, Edgardo Henriquez 3.26 ERA, 18K in 19.1IP.
Milwaukee Brewers bullpen: 13 relievers on the active roster. Key arms: Aaron Ashby 2.61 ERA, 46K in 31.0IP, Abner Uribe (Closer) 4.42 ERA, 19K in 18.1IP, Brandon Sproat 5.75 ERA, 41K in 40.2IP.
Win Probability
Projected win probability: Los Angeles Dodgers 45% vs Milwaukee Brewers 55%
Factors: Milwaukee Brewers's starter owns the lower ERA, Milwaukee Brewers's home-field advantage. Of course, baseball's inherent randomness means actual results may differ.
Key Tactical Points
Workload comparison: Roki Sasaki averages 5.1 IP per start vs. Robert Gasser at 4.0 IP. Getting six-plus innings from the starter significantly eases the bullpen burden.