Brewers vs. Dodgers Prediction: NLCS Game 3 Odds & Preview

The Milwaukee Brewers have a 2-0 lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers entering Game 3 of the NLCS at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on FS1.

Check out my Brewers vs. Dodgers prediction based on the latest MLB odds:

Brewers vs. Dodgers Prediction for Game 3 NLCS

• Shohei Ohtani under 1.5 hits, runs, and RBIs

The Dodgers are reportedly considering benching Shohei Ohtani in Game 3 of the NLCS. That speaks to his recent form, so I like this under if the Dodgers choose to stick with Ohtani instead.

Over his past 30 games, Ohtani has cleared 1.5 hits, runs, and RBIs only nine times. He’s hitting .191 with a .295 on-base percentage over that span. Ohtani has been even worse against lefties, clearing this combo line just once in his 11 contests since Aug. 13.

Left-hander Robert Gasser is slated to start for Milwaukee, prompting Los Angeles to consider a lineup change. Josue De Paula, the Dodgers’ top prospect, could take his place. He posted a .500 on-base percentage and a 1.081 OPS in 11 regular-season games.

Because he doesn’t have a defensive position just yet, De Paula has just three postseason plate appearances. He’s worked two walks, including one in the ninth inning of Game 1 against the Brewers.

There is a world where De Paula starts before the Dodgers turn to Ohtani after Gasser exits. The Dodgers could also stick with their franchise player, hoping he breaks out of this slump at home.

Either way, I’m interested in the under on Ohtani’s offensive props based on his recent performance.

Prediction: Shohei Ohtani under 1.5 hits, runs, and RBIs

Brewers vs. Dodgers NLCS Game 3 Odds

• Brewers moneyline: +145
• Dodgers moneyline: -175
• Total: 7.5