The NRFI market has been a little more difficult to tackle in the early season due to the rule changes that have resulted in more scoring across the league. Ground balls that we've been used to seeing as outs have turned into base hits, and it's easier than it has ever been to get runners into scoring position with steals. For that reason, I've shifted my handicap to weigh more heavily toward teams that have struggled to score runs rather than starting pitcher matchups.
- 2023 NRFI Season Record: 4-3, -0.09 Units
Friday’s Best No Runs First Inning (NRFI) Bets
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The A's have scored seven or more runs in their previous three games against a very weak Orioles pitching staff, yet they still rank tied for 25th in baseball in runs scored per game. They rank below league average in doubles and home runs hit, and if it weren't for a two-homer day from Brent Rooker yesterday, they would not have a player with over two HR hit on the year. Their offense will be going up against Kodai Senga, who has been absolutely phenomenal in his first two starts in the MLB, going 2-0 with a stellar 1.59 ERA. Senga has been terrific at missing barrels, with his barrel %, whiff %, and K % all ranking in the top-25th percentile in the league.