The Los Angeles Dodgers (56-35) are heading to Milwaukee to face the Brewers (50-40) in a highly anticipated three-game series starting Monday, July 7th, 2025. This series marks the final homestand for the Brewers before the All-Star break, adding extra importance to each game.
Pitching Matchup: Yamamoto vs. Peralta
The series kicks off with a stellar pitching matchup featuring Yoshinobu Yamamoto for the Dodgers and Freddy Peralta for the Brewers. Yamamoto (8-6, 2.51 ERA) is coming off a dominant performance against the White Sox, pitching seven innings and allowing only one run with eight strikeouts. Peralta (9-4, 2.91 ERA) has been equally impressive, tied for the NL lead in wins and showcasing excellent control with only three walks in his last three starts.
Dodgers Seek to Rebound
After a surprising sweep at the hands of the Houston Astros, where they were outscored 29-6, the Dodgers are looking to regain their momentum. Prior to the sweep, they had won 18 of their last 23 games and hold a comfortable lead in the NL West. However, injuries to key players like Max Muncy, Kike' Hernandez, and Tommy Edman are testing their depth.
Brewers Aim to Defend Home Turf
The Brewers are coming off a 3-3 road trip and are currently in second place in the NL Central and holding a Wild Card spot. They'll need strong performances from their offense and pitching staff to compete against the Dodgers. The return of Brandon Woodruff provides a boost, but they are dealing with injuries to Rhys Hoskins and Blake Perkins.
Key to Victory
For the Dodgers, rebounding from their recent struggles and getting their offense back on track will be crucial. Yamamoto's performance on the mound will also be key to setting the tone for the series. The Brewers will need Peralta to continue his strong pitching and capitalize on any opportunities to score runs against the Dodgers' pitching staff.
This series promises to be a thrilling contest between two of the National League's top teams as they head into the All-Star break. Fans can catch the action on SNLA and FDSNWI.