The Milwaukee Brewers travel to Queens to take on the New York Mets on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, with first pitch set for 7:10 PM ET at Citi Field. Kyle Harrison gets the ball for Milwaukee against Mets starter Zac Thornton in what shapes up as an intriguing regular-season contest between two clubs with plenty at stake in the second half. Brewers fans can catch the action on Brewers.TV Presented by Potawatomi Sportsbook or listen live on WTMJ 620 back in Milwaukee.
Brewers at Mets: Tuesday Night Pitching Matchup at Citi Field
Milwaukee is rolling with Kyle Harrison on the mound, a left-handed arm who gives the Brewers a different look against a Mets lineup that will need to make adjustments. Opposing him is Zac Thornton, who draws the start for New York in what could be a game defined by pitching and sequencing rather than a slugfest.
With full season stats for both starters unavailable heading into this one, the pitching matchup carries an element of unpredictability. That cuts both ways — Harrison has the chance to set the tone early and give the Brewers a genuine leg up if he locates his pitches and keeps the Mets' lineup off balance. The burden falls on Harrison to establish himself and limit damage in an environment that can turn loud in a hurry.
Keys to Watch for Milwaukee
- Harrison's command early: Citi Field crowds can get behind a team quickly. If Harrison falls behind hitters and starts working from the stretch in the first two innings, this game could get uncomfortable fast. Throwing strikes and working efficiently will be the priority.
- Brewers' offense against an unfamiliar arm: Zac Thornton is not a name Brewers hitters have faced extensively. Milwaukee will need to be patient, work counts, and avoid getting themselves out against a starter they may not have a deep scouting book on.
- Bullpen depth: Depending on how Harrison fares, the Brewers' bullpen could see significant action. Managing the late innings on the road is always a challenge, and Milwaukee will need reliable arms ready if the game tightens up.
- Road mentality: Citi Field is not American Family Field. The Brewers need to stay disciplined on the bases, execute situationally, and not let a hostile environment force mistakes.
Prediction
This one has the feel of a low-scoring, grind-it-out road game. With two starters whose current form is difficult to assess from available data, expect the offenses to take some time to get going. If Harrison is sharp and the Brewers can manufacture a run or two in the middle innings, Milwaukee has a real shot to steal one in New York. Call it a 3-2 Brewers win in a tight, well-pitched ballgame — but be ready for this one to come down to the final few outs.
