Let’s take a look at some No Runs First Inning prop bet odds and picks for today’s game: Brewers vs. Dodgers.
Perhaps the best pitching matchup on the slate, Tony Gonsolin has been one of the best pitchers in the National League. In addition, he’s been one of the best NRFI pitchers in the league. Through 22 starts, Gonsolin holds a 0.82 ERA and a 0.82 WHIP in the first inning. As for his matchup, the Brewers are 19th in first inning runs per game at home. Also, Gonsolin dominated the Brewers’ two starts ago. He threw seven shutout innings and only allowed two hits. He should pick up right where he left off tonight.
The bottom of the first will be tasked to Corbin Burnes. Burnes has been as steady as ever. He enters this outing with a 2.48 ERA and 0.93 WHIP. One wrinkle for Burnes is that the Dodgers are the best lineup when it comes to scoring in the first inning. Although, Burnes is the perfect counter to their vaunted lineup. In 24 starts, he has a 0.75 ERA and a 0.67 WHIP in the first inning this season. Burnes is perhaps the safest bet when it comes to NFRI starters.