On Thursday, October 16, the Los Angeles Dodgers (2–0 series lead) host the Milwaukee Brewers at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California, for NLCS Game 3 at 6:08 PM ET. The Dodgers turn to their ace, Shohei Ohtani, while the Brewers counter with Brandon Woodruff. This matchup features elite pitching talent and a high-stakes playoff atmosphere, offering potential offensive fireworks as both teams aim to gain momentum in the series. Get expert insight on pitching matchups, core hitters, and strategy angles for this game.
| Date | Thursday, 16 October 2025 |
| Time | 6:08 PM ET |
| Venue | Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA |
| Teams | Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Milwaukee Brewers |
| League | Major League Baseball (MLB) |
The Los Angeles Dodgers will host the Milwaukee Brewers at Dodger Stadium on Thursday, October 16, 2025, with first pitch at 6:08 PM ET. With a moneyline of -196, the Dodgers are the favorite, while the Brewers are the underdog (+162). The game’s over/under is set at 7.5 runs, and Los Angeles is the run line favorite (-1.5, 1.11).
| Bet Type | Odds |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Los Angeles: -196 • Milwaukee: +162 |
| Run Line | Los Angeles -1.5: 1.11 • Milwaukee +1.5: 1.32 |
| Total Runs (O/U) | Over 7.5: 1.16 • Under 7.5: 1.05 |
| Team | Starting Pitcher |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles Dodgers | Shohei Ohtani (9-1, 2.64 ERA) |
| Milwaukee Brewers | Brandon Woodruff (7-5, 2.97 ERA) |
Forecast: Clear skies, 72°F
Wind: Blowing in from right at 6 mph
Humidity: 50%
Ballpark Factor: Slight edge to pitchers due to ballpark dimensions
| Team | Last 5 Games |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles Dodgers | W, W, L, W, W |
| Milwaukee Brewers | L, W, L, L, W |
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| 2025 Regular Season Series | Dodgers 3 – 2 Brewers |
| Last 10 Meetings | Dodgers lead 6–4 |
Shohei Ohtani has been in excellent form and the Dodgers carry momentum after taking a 2-0 series lead. The Brewers face a tough challenge away from home, with Woodruff needing a near-perfect performance. In a tightly contested game likely to see scoring from both sides, the Dodgers are favored to win 5–4, with the total going over 7.5 runs.
Sources: https://www.oddsshark.com/, https://www.cbssports.com/, https://www.foxsports.com/, https://www.mybookie.ag/sportsbook/
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