MLB Picks for October 14, 2026

Wednesday's MLB postseason schedule features one game as the Milwaukee Brewers visit the Los Angeles Dodgers for Game 3 of the National League Championship Series. First pitch is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET at Dodger Stadium, with coverage on FS1. Milwaukee holds a 2-0 series lead after winning the first two games at American Family Field, leaving Los Angeles in a difficult position heading into its first home game of the series.

The pitching matchup features Robert Gasser against Blake Snell, while the Dodgers are favored around -160 to -175 with the total set at 7.5 runs. For more postseason predictions, check out StatSalt's free MLB picks.

Milwaukee Brewers vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Best Bet

Milwaukee has taken control of the series with victories of 2-1 and 7-4, holding a Dodgers lineup that has struggled to produce timely hits throughout the postseason. Los Angeles is batting just .193 in October and has gone 2-for-26 with runners in scoring position. That's a difficult combination against a Milwaukee pitching staff that has been particularly effective in relief. The Brewers' bullpen has posted a 0.31 ERA through 28.2 postseason innings, giving Milwaukee a significant advantage when games reach the later innings.

Los Angeles turns to Snell, who finished the regular season 4-1 with a 1.90 ERA and 1.10 WHIP. He has been effective at Dodger Stadium, posting a 2.19 ERA across five home starts, including postseason appearances. Milwaukee counters with Gasser, who finished the regular season 5-5 with a 3.87 ERA and 1.19 WHIP. Gasser has been considerably better recently, going 2-0 with a 1.73 ERA over his last seven appearances, including the Division Series. Both starters have the ability to limit scoring, although Snell's control problems in his previous playoff appearance remain a concern.

Best Bet: Under 7.5 Runs

Milwaukee's pitching has been the most reliable element of this series, and the Dodgers haven't demonstrated enough offensive consistency to justify expecting a sudden scoring explosion. Los Angeles has managed only five runs through two games, while Milwaukee's bullpen has been nearly untouchable throughout the postseason. Snell gives the Dodgers an opportunity to keep the Brewers from building another early advantage, particularly if he avoids the walks that limited his previous outing.

The biggest concern is that Milwaukee scored seven runs Monday and has demonstrated an ability to capitalize on mistakes. Los Angeles also has enough power to turn a low-scoring game around quickly. Still, with two capable left-handed starters and a Brewers bullpen that has allowed almost nothing, the under is the preferred wager. The recommendation is strongest at 7.5 and becomes considerably less attractive if the total falls to 7.

MLB Best Bet: Milwaukee Brewers vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Under 7.5 Runs

MLB Best Bet of the Day

With only one game on Wednesday's schedule, Brewers-Dodgers Under 7.5 earns our MLB Best Bet of the Day. Milwaukee has controlled the series through its pitching, while Los Angeles continues to struggle with runners in scoring position. Snell's regular-season numbers suggest the Dodgers have a realistic opportunity to prevent another high-scoring Milwaukee performance, and Gasser's recent improvement gives the Brewers a capable starter of their own.

Los Angeles will be desperate to avoid falling behind 3-0, but urgency doesn't automatically translate into offensive production. With Milwaukee's bullpen performing at an exceptional level and both starters capable of limiting damage, the under offers the strongest betting position.

MLB Best Bet of the Day: Brewers-Dodgers Under 7.5 Runs

Starting pitchers, betting lines and other game information may change before first pitch. Always compare current odds and confirm the starting pitchers before placing a wager.