This Sunday, May 11, the Brewers (20–16) travel to Tampa to play the Rays (18–18) in an interleague game. Tampa Bay counters with Drew Rasmussen, while Milwaukee sends right-hander Chad Patrick to the mound. As the season draws closer to mid-May, both teams are trying to gain ground. Get expert insight on pitching matchups, core hitters, and strategy angles for this game.
Match Overview
| Date | Time (ET) | Venue | Teams | League |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, May 11, 2025 | 1:40 PM | George M. Steinbrenner Field, Tampa, FL | Milwaukee Brewers @ Tampa Bay Rays | MLB |
On Sunday, May 11, 2025, the Milwaukee Brewers will play the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Florida. The first pitch is slated for 1:40 PM ET. The Brewers are 1.91 moneyline favourites over the Rays, who are 2.00 underdogs. Milwaukee is also the run line favourite (-1.5, 2.50), with the over/under set at 8.5 runs.
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Game Odds & Lines
| Bet Type | Odds |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Milwaukee Brewers: 1.91 • Tampa Bay Rays: 2.00 |
| Run Line | Brewers -1.5: 2.50 • Rays +1.5: 1.60 |
| Total Runs | Over 8.5: 1.85 • Under 8.5: 1.95 |
Starting Pitchers
| Team | Pitcher | Record (W-L) | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Brewers | Chad Patrick | 2-3 | 3.08 |
| Tampa Bay Rays | Drew Rasmussen | 1-3 | 3.09 |
Weather & Ballpark Conditions
- Forecast: Mostly sunny, 86°F
- Wind: Blowing out to left at 6 mph
- Humidity: 65%
- Ballpark Factor: Slight edge to hitters based on today’s conditions
Last 5 Games Record
| Team | Record | Runs Scored | Runs Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Brewers | 3-2 | 22 | 20 |
| Tampa Bay Rays | 2-3 | 18 | 22 |
Head-to-Head Record
| Total Games | Brewers Wins | Rays Wins |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | 12 | 10 |
Key Insights & Betting Trends
- Brewers have won 3 of their last 5 games
- Rays have lost 3 of their last 5 games
- Brewers’ Chad Patrick has a 3.08 ERA
- Rays’ Drew Rasmussen has a 3.09 ERA
- Head-to-head: Brewers lead 12-10
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Expert Picks & Recommended Bets
- Moneyline: Milwaukee Brewers @ 1.91
- Run Line: Brewers -1.5 @ 2.50
- Total Runs: Over 8.5 @ 1.85
Milwaukee Brewers vs. Tampa Bay Rays Predicted Outcome
The Milwaukee Brewers have a slight advantage over the Tampa Bay Rays based on their recent performance and pitching matchups. The Brewers can outscore the Rays in this game, based on Chad Patrick’s steady play and their recent offensive output. It should be a close game, but the Brewers will probably win.
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Sources: https://baseball.realgm.com/, https://www.betus.com.pa/sportsbook/mlb/, https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/navigation/mlb, https://www.statsinsider.com.au/
