The Milwaukee Brewers will be rested and have several decisions to make before facing the Tampa Bay Rays in the World Series.

One of Milwaukee’s most important questions is how manager Pat Murphy will arrange his starting rotation.

Although the Brewers have not officially announced their plans, Jacob Misiorowski is expected to start Game 1 unless they make a surprising decision. Logan Henderson should follow in Game 2.

That alignment could allow both pitchers to make two starts. Misiorowski could pitch in Games 1 and 5, while Henderson could take the mound in Games 2 and 6.

The uncertainty begins after those two.

Milwaukee started Dustin May in Game 3 of the National League Division Series against the San Diego Padres. Robert Gasser then started Game 3 of the National League Championship Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Both pitchers should receive starts against Tampa Bay, but the order in which Murphy will use them remains undecided.

May gave up two runs on three hits with three strikeouts and two walks in three innings during his National League Division Series Game 3 start against the Padres on Oct. 6.

Gasser threw five scoreless innings against the Dodgers in Game 3 of the National League Division Series on Wednesday, surrendering three hits with three strikeouts and a walk.

Despite May having more postseason experience, Milwaukee should consider starting Gasser in Game 3 before turning to May or Shane Drohan in Game 4.

Gasser entered the postseason pitching better. He completed the regular season with a 1.67 ERA and 0.85 WHIP in 27 innings over his last five starts, with the Brewers winning four of those games.

The left-hander has not surrendered more than one run in an appearance since facing the Chicago Cubs on Sept. 1. He’s posted a 1.00 ERA and 0.89 WHIP in nine innings over two postseason starts this year, with six strikeouts.

May’s postseason experience remains valuable as well.

Games 1 and 2 will be played in Milwaukee. The following three games will take place at Tropicana Field if necessary, with the last two returning to Milwaukee if required.

Gasser’s recent form gives him the stronger case for Game 3. His ability to limit damage, maintain control and provide competitive innings could prevent Tampa Bay from establishing early momentum.

May can still contribute in Game 4 or out of the bullpen because of his familiarity with October and experience handling demanding situations.

A starting rotation featuring Misiorowski, Henderson, Gasser and either May or Drohan would give Milwaukee its best opportunity to win the first World Series in franchise history.

Gasser has earned additional responsibility through the calmness he brings to the mound. He does not need to overpower every hitter to control an inning. Instead, he can change speeds, execute his plan and force opponents to adjust to him.

That approach could be particularly useful on the road, where silencing early pressure will be essential. Gasser has already demonstrated that the postseason atmosphere does not force him away from his identity.

Starting him before May would reward his recent performance while preserving flexibility for Murphy.

If Gasser handles Game 3 effectively, Milwaukee can enter the following game with May or Drohan available and a fully structured bullpen behind them.

His placement could determine whether the Brewers maintain control of the series when it shifts to Tropicana Field.