Brewers vs Pirates MLB Pick: Milwaukee Looks for 10th Straight Win (Aug 11)

The Milwaukee Brewers (73-44) and Pittsburgh Pirates (51-68) begin a three-game series on Monday, Aug 11, at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. First pitch is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. ET. The Brewers are the hottest team in baseball, riding a nine-game winning streak, while the Pirates are looking to break a two-game skid.

Milwaukee Brewers Outlook

The Brewers are the best team in baseball and have a dominant lead in the NL Central. They have been excellent on both offense and defense, and they are in the midst of a historic winning streak. Their offense is producing at a high level, and their pitching staff has been one of the most consistent in the league.

Injury Update: Star outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) is out, and starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery (elbow) is on the 60-day IL.

Pittsburgh Pirates Outlook

The Pirates are in last place in the NL Central. They have been playing better baseball lately, but their pitching staff has a high ERA. Their offense has struggled to score runs consistently, and they have struggled against left-handed pitching this season. Star outfielder Oneil Cruz is also out of the lineup against the left-handed Quintana.

Injury Update: Star outfielder Oneil Cruz (struggles against lefties) is not in the lineup.

Analysis and Pick

This is a matchup of two teams on opposite ends of the spectrum. The Brewers are playing their best baseball of the season, while the Pirates are sending a struggling pitcher to the mound who was previously hit hard by the Brewers. With the Brewers’ offense clicking, their pitching staff being reliable, and the home-field advantage, they should have no problem winning this game and continuing their winning streak.