Athletics vs Brewers Picks and Prediction – 4/19/2025

The Sacramento Athletics (9–10) continue their three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers (10–9) on Saturday, April 19, at American Family Field. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 PM ET. Both teams are looking to build momentum as they approach the quarter mark of the season.​ Get in on the action with our free MLB picks.

The Athletics have shown flashes of offense, averaging 4.4 runs per game with a team batting average of .247. Tyler Soderstrom has been a standout performer, leading the majors with nine home runs and boasting a 1.095 OPS through 19 games. Lawrence Butler has also contributed, going 15-for-42 with three doubles, two home runs, and five RBIs over the past 10 games. ​

On the mound, right-hander Luis Severino (0–3, 4.01 ERA) is slated to start. In his last outing, Severino pitched 5.2 innings, allowing one run on four hits while striking out six against the Mets. ​

The Brewers have been effective offensively, averaging 4.84 runs per game with a team batting average of .235. Sal Frelick leads the team with a .318 average and an .862 OPS. Jackson Chourio has provided power, hitting five home runs and driving in 17 runs. ​

Right-hander Chad Patrick (1–0, 1.76 ERA) is expected to take the mound for Milwaukee. Patrick has been impressive in his appearances, including a recent outing where he pitched 4.1 innings without allowing a run.

The Athletics have been off to a much better start this season than last. But do not be dazzled by the record. Nearly all of The A's wins are against the worst teams in the MLB. This Athletics team still has not shown they are better than last year and will have a tough matchup in Milwaukee. Prediction: Brewers win 6-1.