| MATCHUP | Milwaukee Brewers | San Diego Padres |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 74-46 | 64-57 |
| Spread | -1.5 141 | +1.5 -171 |
| Moneyline | -120 | +100 |
| Total | Over 8.5 (-101) | Under 8.5 (-119) |
| Where | Petco Park, San Diego, California | |
| When | Wednesday, August 12, 2026 | |
| Time | 04:10 PM EDT | |
| TV | MLB.TV | |
Milwaukee Brewers Betting Preview
The Milwaukee Brewers enter Wednesday’s contest with a 74–46 overall record (1st in the National League Central) and a robust 33–24 mark on the road. The Brewers offense has been outstanding to this point in the season. Milwaukee has compiled 589 runs scored (5th in MLB), 214 doubles (3rd in MLB), 110 home runs and a .252 team batting average which ranks fifth in Major League Baseball.The Brewers arrive at today’s game in below average form. Milwaukee has lost three of the team’s last five games played this season, including an 8–6 loss to the Minnesota Twins last week.
Milwaukee will turn to right hander Dustin May in this game. In 22 starts made this season, May has compiled a 6–7 win loss record, a 4.30 ERA, a 1.27 WHIP and 111 strikeouts, while allowing 108 hits and 38 walks in 115 innings pitched. Dustin May arrives at this contest in good form, allowing two earned runs or fewer in five of his last six starts made in 2026. May will look to continue his recent strong performances on the mound in today’s matchup with the San Diego Padres.
Turning our attention to the Milwaukee offense, the Brewers lineup features catcher William Contreras and second baseman Brice Turang. Contreras enters this contest with a .261 batting average, 11 home runs, 17 doubles, 39 walks, 59 RBIs and a .713 OPS. Brice Turang has amassed a .273 batting average, 16 home runs, 65 walks, 75 RBIs and an .814 OPS.
San Diego Padres Betting Preview
The San Diego Padres enter Wednesday night’s matchup with a 64–57 overall record (3rd in the National League West) and a 36–26 mark at home. San Diego arrives at this contest in good form. The Padres have won four consecutive games, including a 7–2 victory over the Houston Astros three days ago.San Diego will start left hander Robbie Ray in today’s game. In 22 starts made in 2026, Ray has compiled a 10–7 record, a 3.24 ERA, a 1.33 WHIP and 109 strikeouts, while allowing 108 hits and 62 walks in 127.2 innings pitched. Ray has pitched at a high level recently, allowing one earned run or fewer in four of his last five starts made this season.
The San Diego Padres have compiled a productive lineup this season featuring Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado. Tatis enters this contest with a .281 batting average and 12 home runs, while Machado has tallied a team leading 23 home runs.
Why the Milwaukee Brewers will win.
• Starting pitching. In 22 starts made this season, Dustin May has compiled a 6–7 win loss record, a 4.30 ERA, a 1.27 WHIP and 111 strikeouts in 115 innings pitched.• Motivation. The Milwaukee Brewers have lost three of the team’s last five games.
Why the San Diego Padres will win.
• Home field edge. San Diego has compiled a 33–26 win-loss record at Petco Park this season.• Offensive balance. Manny Machado and Fernando Tatis Jr. provide a strong core to the Padres lineup.
• Current form. The San Diego Padres arrive at today’s contest on the heels of a four-game winning streak.