Brewers vs. Rays prediction: Why Tampa Bay is favored to win Game 3 of 2026 World Series
Dimers' simulation model projects a 52.4% win probability for the Rays at Tropicana Field.

The Tampa Bay Rays will face the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 3 of the World Series at Tropicana Field on Monday, starting at 8:00 PM ET.
The Rays will send Freddy Peralta (2-0, 1.08 ERA in 2026 postseason) to the mound, while the Brewers have opted for Robert Gasser (0-0, 1.00 ERA).
Dimers' advanced MLB model gives the Rays a slight edge with a 52.4% win probability over the Brewers.
This article offers a complete Brewers vs. Rays prediction, including best bets and picks.
Brewers vs. Rays prediction and odds
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Rays a 52.4% chance of defeating the Brewers. According to our model, the Rays (+1.5) have a 65.3% chance of covering the run line, while the over/under total of 7.5 runs has a 52.3% chance of staying under.
Latest betting odds
We have researched the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
- Run Line: Brewers -1.5 (+190) / Rays +1.5 (-194)
- Moneyline: Brewers +108, Rays -108
- Total: Over/Under 7.5 (+125/-127)
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Model picks and best bet for Game 3
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
- Run line: Brewers -1.5 @ 34¢ via Novig
- Moneyline: Rays @ 52¢ via Polymarket
- Total: Over 7.5 @ 44¢ via Novig
According to our best MLB bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 7.5 total runs.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.
Game info & first pitch details
Monday's MLB matchup between the Rays and Brewers at Tropicana Field is scheduled to start at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Milwaukee Brewers vs. Tampa Bay Rays
- Date: Monday, October 26, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00 PM PT
- Venue: Tropicana Field
Conclusion
We predict the Rays, with a 52.4% win probability, will likely beat the Brewers in Monday's MLB matchup.
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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary MLB prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.


