Spring Training: Brewers vs Indians Game Preview and Betting Lines

Spring Training: Brewers vs Indians Game Preview and Betting Lines

By Michael Peterson

March 17, 2025 at 10:32 AM

The Milwaukee Brewers face the Cleveland Indians at Goodyear Ballpark in Phoenix, AZ. First pitch is scheduled for 4:05 PM EST and can be watched on Fox Sports Ohio.

Key Updates:

  • Brewers welcome back All-Star Lorenzo Cain (1-for-3 with RBI) and 2020 NL Rookie of the Year Devin Williams (touched 98 mph)
  • Both players returned healthy in their first action since last season
  • These returns strengthen Milwaukee's NL Central division hopes

McKenzie's Final Spring Start:

  • Indians pitcher Triston McKenzie makes his last spring training appearance
  • Current spring stats: 9.2 IP, 9 K, 6 BB, 4 HR allowed
  • Control issues remain a concern heading into regular season
  • Likely to make Opening Day rotation despite struggles

Game Details:

  • Betting Line: Indians -115
  • Starting Pitchers: Brandon Woodruff (MIL) vs. Triston McKenzie (CLE)
  • Milwaukee slight edge in pitching matchup
  • McKenzie's control problems could benefit Brewers offense

Prediction: Milwaukee appears to have advantage given McKenzie's spring struggles and Woodruff's consistency, though Spring Training results can be unpredictable.

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