Milwaukee Brewers vs. Arizona Diamondbacks: Preview, Odds & Pitching Matchup for August 25, 2025

Monday, August 25th, 2025

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field: Game Preview

The Arizona Diamondbacks (64-67, third in the NL West) head to Milwaukee to take on the Milwaukee Brewers (81-50, first in the NL Central) as a four-game series kicks off at American Family Field. Action starts Monday at 6:40 PM local time, with both teams aiming to bolster their playoff aspirations.

Pitching Probables

On the mound for Arizona is Eduardo Rodriguez (5-7, 5.40 ERA, 1.61 WHIP, 115 strikeouts). He’ll face Milwaukee ace Brandon Woodruff (4-1, 2.47 ERA, 0.85 WHIP, 55 strikeouts). Betting odds favor the Brewers at -181, with the Diamondbacks at +151 and an over/under set at 8 runs.

Team Insights

Milwaukee enters with an impressive 43-22 home record and boasts the NL’s top team batting average at .257. Arizona, meanwhile, has struggled on the road with a 30-35 record but has excelled in power—posting a 36-19 mark in games when hitting two or more home runs.

Head-to-Head and Top Performers

This matchup marks the fourth meeting between the teams this season. The Brewers are led by Christian Yelich, who has 15 doubles and 26 home runs so far. Caleb Durbin has also contributed, going 8-for-38 with four doubles, two home runs, and four RBI in his last 10 games.

For Arizona, Geraldo Perdomo has racked up 14 home runs, 81 walks, 84 RBI, and a .290 batting average. Lourdes Gurriel Jr. has been on a hot streak, going 12-for-39 with a double, four home runs, and 18 RBI in his last 10 contests.

Recent Performance

Over the last 10 games, the Brewers are 4-6 with a .217 batting average and a 2.93 ERA, being outscored by two runs. The Diamondbacks are 5-5, hitting .248 with a 4.30 ERA, and have outscored their opponents by six runs during this stretch.

Injury Report

Milwaukee Brewers: Joey Ortiz (hamstring, 10-Day IL), D.L. Hall (oblique, 15-Day IL), Logan Henderson (elbow, 15-Day IL), Jackson Chourio (hamstring, 10-Day IL), Jordan Montgomery (elbow, 60-Day IL), Rhys Hoskins (thumb, 10-Day IL), Garrett Mitchell (oblique, 60-Day IL), Rob Zastryzny (ribs, 15-Day IL), Connor Thomas (elbow, 60-Day IL), Robert Gasser (elbow, 60-Day IL).

Arizona Diamondbacks: Anthony DeSclafani (thumb, 15-Day IL), Kevin Ginkel (shoulder, 60-Day IL), Tommy Henry (elbow, 60-Day IL), Ryan Thompson (scapular strain, 15-Day IL), Christian Montes De Oca (elbow, 60-Day IL), Justin Martinez (elbow, 60-Day IL), Cristian Mena (shoulder, 60-Day IL), Corbin Burnes (elbow, 60-Day IL), A.J. Puk (elbow, 60-Day IL), Blake Walston (elbow, 60-Day IL).

Weather

Today at American Family Field, expect warm and mostly sunny conditions with temperatures around 81°F. There is little chance of precipitation, and winds will be light at 6 mph from the southwest, making for ideal baseball weather.

In summary

The Milwaukee Brewers open a vital four-game home series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, bringing the NL West vs. NL Central battle into focus. With Brandon Woodruff and Eduardo Rodriguez starting, top hitters like Christian Yelich and Geraldo Perdomo, and both teams aiming for playoff positioning, fans can expect exciting baseball action under perfect weather conditions at American Family Field. Stay tuned for lineup changes, injury updates, and game highlights as this pivotal series unfolds.

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