Brewers vs. Dodgers prediction: Dodgers favored to win Sunday's MLB matchup [8/16/2026]

The Los Angeles Dodgers will square off with the Milwaukee Brewers in MLB action at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium on Sunday, commencing at 4:10 PM ET.

The Dodgers will have Tarik Skubal (7-6, 2.93 ERA) as their starting pitcher, while the Brewers have opted for Logan Henderson (6-2, 2.88 ERA).

Dimers' advanced MLB model projects the Dodgers as the most likely winner in this Brewers vs. Dodgers prediction.

This article offers further insights into Sunday's matchup, including best bets and picks.

For more, dive into Tarik Skubal's pitching projections.

Brewers vs. Dodgers prediction: Who will win and cover?

Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's MLB matchup between the Brewers and Dodgers, forming part of our MLB predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently gives the Dodgers a 67.8% chance of defeating the Brewers.

According to our model, the Brewers (+1.5) have a 50.7% chance of covering the run line, while the 7.5-run over/under has a 52.1% chance of going over,.

Brewers vs. Dodgers odds [8/16/2026]

We have sourced the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Run Line: Brewers +1.5 (-125) / Dodgers -1.5 (+125)
• Moneyline: Brewers +178, Dodgers -180

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Brewers vs. Dodgers picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Run line: Dodgers -1.5 @ +125 via DraftKings
• Moneyline: Dodgers @ -180 via Bet365
• Total: Over 7.5 @ +122 via Polymarket

According to our MLB best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 7.5 total runs.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.

Brewers vs. Dodgers game-day updates and essential details

Sunday's MLB game between the Dodgers and Brewers at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium is scheduled to commence at 4:10 PM ET.

• Who: Milwaukee Brewers vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
• Date: Sunday, August 16, 2026
• Time: 4:10 PM ET/1:10PM PT
• Venue: UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium

Conclusion

We predict the Dodgers, with a 67.8% win probability, will likely beat the Brewers in Sunday's MLB matchup.

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