Brewers vs. Giants: Game 3 predictions, odds and picks — Sept 12, MLB 2024

The Milwaukee Brewers hope to rebound from a humiliating loss after dropping Game 2 against the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday. The Brew Crew are in need of a victory as their playoff race continues.

As for the Giants, their playoff run seems long gone as they sit fourth in the NL West. San Francisco is still two games behind the .500 mark and can only hope for a better season next year. However, the team will try to play the spoiler role for its opponent as it looks to pick up a series win in Thursday's Game 3.

Brewers vs. Giants recent form and record

Milwaukee is at the top of the NL Central Division with an 83-62 record. The franchise has a great chance of clinching the division title, as the Chicago Cubs are 8.5 games behind. Yet, the team must stay ahead of the San Diego Padres, Arizona Diamondbacks and New York Mets.

The Giants hold a 72-74 record and have been performing well recently. They have won three of their last four games, while the Brew Crew have won two of their last four. San Francisco has scored a total of 22 runs in the last three games.

Players to watch

Starting Pitchers

Frankie Montas (6-10, 4.39 ERA) vs. Hayden Birdsong (3-5, 5.19 ERA)

Frankie Montas has a 1.37 WHIP with 120 Ks in 132.1 innings pitched.

Last start: Loss, 6.0 IP, 2 H, 3 ER, 3 R, 1 HR, 3 BB.

Career vs. Giants: 0-0, 3.24 ERA, 17 Ks, 16.2 IP, 11 H, 6 ER, 7 R, 2 HR, 6 BB, 3 games.

Meanwhile, Hayden Birdsong has a 1.50 WHIP with 64 Ks in 52 innings pitched.

Last start: Loss, 3.0 IP, 3 H, 2 ER, 2 R, 1 HR, 5 BB.

Career vs. Brewers: 0-1, 12.27 ERA, 6 Ks, 3.2 IP, 4 H, 5 ER, 1 HR, 4 BB, 1 game.

Must watch hitters

Brewers

Shortstop Willy Adames is one of the top hitters on the team who could cause damage in this game. Adames is the leader in home runs with 30. The other notable players to watch out for Milwaukee are Rhys Hoskins and William Contreras.

Giants

The Giants have key players and veterans who have brought a huge change to the team. Matt Chapman is the leader in home runs with 24. Heliot Ramos and Michael Conforto are the other players to watch out for.

Brewers vs. Giants Baseball Betting Odds

Brewers	-130	-1.5 (+135)	O 7.5 (-115)
Giants	+105	+1.5 (-160)	U 7.5 (-105)

Brewers vs. Giants expert picks and game prediction

Milwaukee has a better pitcher on the mound, while San Francisco is sending a rookie. It's going to be a hard battle for the Giants, as the Brew Crew will have a better shot at this game with the odds in their favor.

Runline: -1.5 (+135)

Total Runs: Oveer 7.5 (-115)

Prediction: Brewers win 8-3.