Dodgers vs. Brewers prediction: Why Dodgers are favored to win Friday's MLB matchup [5/22/2026]

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Los Angeles Dodgers-Milwaukee Brewers Predictions and Game Preview.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Milwaukee Brewers MLB prediction for Friday, May 22, 2026.

The Milwaukee Brewers will square off with the Los Angeles Dodgers, in what is expected to be a tight MLB game, at American Family Field on Friday, commencing at 7:40 PM ET.

Logan Henderson (1-1, 3.50 ERA) will get the ball for the Brewers, up against Justin Wrobleski (6-1, 2.49 ERA) for the Dodgers.

Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven MLB model gives the Dodgers a slight edge with a 51% win probability over the Brewers.

This article offers a closer look at Friday's Dodgers vs. Brewers matchup, including best bets and picks.

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

Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Friday's MLB matchup between the Dodgers and Brewers, forming part of our MLB predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives the Dodgers a 51% chance of defeating the Brewers.

According to our model, the Brewers (+1.5) have a 61% chance of covering the run line, while the 8.5-run over/under has a 53% chance of going over.

 

Dodgers vs. Brewers odds [5/22/2026]

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

Bet Type Dodgers Brewers
Run Line -1.5 (+164) +1.5 (-185)
Moneyline -104 -110
Total o8.5 (-102) u8.5 (-112)

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

Dodgers vs. Brewers picks and best bet

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

Bet Type Pick Bet Now
Run Line Dodgers -1.5 +164
Moneyline Dodgers -104
Total Over 8.5 -102

According to our best MLB bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 8.5 total runs.

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

 

Dodgers vs. Brewers game-day updates and essential details

Friday's MLB game between the Brewers and Dodgers at American Family Field is scheduled to start at 7:40 PM ET.

Conclusion

We predict the Dodgers, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat the Brewers in Friday's MLB matchup.

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