OddsShopper‘s No Run First Inning and Yes Run First Inning (NRFI/YRFI) bets are smoking hot — up to 36-20 on the year after another 3-0 sweep Tuesday night. Let’s keep it going by finding some more of the best NRFI picks today on Caesars for Wednesday, June 7. Today’s top YRFI play is loving a certain lefty slugger to go deep against a potentially vulnerable pitcher in the first, building off of some recent trends.
Best YRFI/NRFI Bets Today: No Run First Inning Bets
Los Angeles Dodgers at Cincinnati Reds YRFI (-145)
This YRFI bet is a favorable opportunity in Cincinnati’s hitter-friendly ballpark. One key factor is the presence of Noah Syndergaard, who will be on the mound for the Dodgers and has been underwhelming. He has struggled with command and is allowing hard contact regularly. In a ballpark like Cincinnati, where even average-hitting teams can take advantage, Syndergaard’s weaknesses could be exploited.
Additionally, the Reds lineup features potent hitters who can capitalize on any mistakes made by Syndergaard. The combination of a susceptible pitcher and a hitter-friendly park increases the chances of an early run being scored in this game.
Detroit Tigers at Philadelphia Phillies YRFI (-105)
Zack Wheeler has experienced some recent struggles, though he still has the ability to dominate opposing batters. Instead, the focus of the YRFI play here is on Tigers lefty Reese Olson. Kyle Schwarber in particular is live to take Olson deep in the first inning since he has shown plenty of power against lefties — he took a lefty deep in the first inning of yesterday’s game. Considering these factors, the likelihood of a run being scored in the first inning appears strong.
St. Louis Cardinals at Texas Rangers NRFI (-125)
Both teams have pitching staffs that can potentially stifle the opposing hitters early in the game. Jack Flaherty has been sneaky good with the strikeouts, and Jon Gray is getting quality results by pitching to contact. With these guys taking the mound, even against potent lineups, the likelihood of both teams scoring in the first inning diminishes. This is particularly true considering that the game is being played in Texas, which is not typically known for being a hitter-friendly park.
While offensive talent exists on both sides, the combination of strong pitching and a neutral park favors a lower-scoring start to the game.
