The Milwaukee Brewers and the Chicago Cubs meet for Game 3 of the NLDS on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 5:08 PM. The Brewers lead the series 2–0 and are looking to advance at Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL. The game will air on TBS, with clear skies and a light breeze expected.

Brewers vs. Cubs Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Milwaukee Brewers +102. The Brewers have a strong road record and have won the first two games of the series. They also have the advantage with Quinn Priester, who has a solid ERA of 3.32.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 6.5 (-119). Both teams have shown they can score, with the Brewers scoring 7 and 9 runs in the first two games. The Cubs have also hit multiple home runs in recent games, suggesting a potential for a higher-scoring game.

Team Trends

• The Milwaukee Brewers lead the NLDS series 2–0 against the Chicago Cubs.
• The Chicago Cubs have a strong home record of 50-31 this season.
• The Milwaukee Brewers have a solid road record of 45-36 this season.
• In their last game, the Brewers defeated the Cubs 7-3 with three home runs.
• The game will take place at Wrigley Field with clear skies and a light breeze.

Brewers vs Cubs Preview

Game 3 of the NLDS sees the Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. The Brewers are up 2–0 in the series and aim to finish it off. Milwaukee’s Quinn Priester takes the mound with a solid 3.32 ERA and a 13-3 record.

The Cubs are looking to stay in the series with Jameson Taillon pitching. Taillon has a 3.68 ERA and an 11-7 record. With clear skies and a light breeze, both teams will be ready for action under ideal conditions.

Chicago Cubs: Key Players and Stats

The Chicago Cubs have some strong hitters this season. Michael Busch leads the team with 34 home runs, ranking 12th in the league. Seiya Suzuki is close behind with 32 home runs, placing him 13th in the league. Dansby Swanson adds to the lineup with 24 home runs. Nico Hoerner stands out with a batting average of .297, the highest on the team. He has also scored 89 runs, which ranks him 21st in the league. Meanwhile, Carson Kelly has contributed with 17 home runs and 50 RBIs over 111 games. On the mound, Jameson Taillon will start for the Cubs. He has an ERA of 3.68 and a WHIP of 1.06. His record is 11 wins and 7 losses, showing his reliability throughout the season.

Milwaukee Brewers: Strong Performers and Stats

The Milwaukee Brewers have a solid lineup this season. Brice Turang leads the team with a .288 batting average. He has played in 156 games and scored 97 runs, ranking 13th in the league. William Contreras follows with a .260 batting average and has scored 89 runs. Caleb Durbin has played 136 games with a .256 batting average. He has hit 11 home runs and has 53 RBIs. Joey Ortiz, playing shortstop, has a .230 batting average and has scored 62 runs. Quinn Priester will take the mound for the Brewers. He has an ERA of 3.32 and a WHIP of 1.24. Priester’s record stands at 13 wins and 3 losses, making him a key player for the Brewers.

Final Betting Pick

The Milwaukee Brewers are a solid pick for the money line at +102. They have a good road record, winning 45 games away from home this season. Quinn Priester’s ERA of 3.32 adds to their strength, making them a strong contender in this game.

The over 6.5 runs is a reasonable choice given recent performances. The Brewers scored 7 and 9 runs in the first two games of the series. The Cubs have shown power with multiple home runs in recent games, indicating a potential for a higher-scoring game.

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