⚾ Best NRFI Bets Today: Top No Run First Inning Picks & Predictions (Friday, June 19)
🤑 Best NRFI Bets Today for Friday (June 19)
Our up-and-down week continued yesterday after a couple of losses, but we're determined to fatten that wallet before the weekend. On Friday, we’re targeting strong pitching matchups between the Blue Jays vs. Cubs and Red Sox vs. Mariners. The formula continues to work for us this season, so let's bring those units home with our best NRFI bets today.
⚾ Best NRFI bets today: June 19
See all of our experts’ MLB picks based on the latest MLB odds. Odds via FanDuel.
| ⚾ NRFI pick | 💵 Units | 📝 Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Jays vs. Cubs NRFI (-160) | 2u → 1.25u | Gausman strikes out Cubs at 29% rate |
| Red Sox vs. Mariners NRFI (-165) | 1u -> .60u | Suarez strikes out Mariners at 27% rate |
Total wagered: 3 units | Max profit: 1.85 units
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💰 Best NRFI bets today (Friday)
Blue Jays vs. Cubs NRFI (-160) - 4:10 p.m. ET
- Kevin Gausman (3.41 ERA) vs. Ben Brown (1.74 ERA)
- NRFI records: Blue Jays (38-37) vs. Cubs (44-31)
On one side, Brown is holding opposing hitters to a measly .186 batting average. Because he's done such a great job of suppressing hard contact this year, don't expect the Jays to get the sustained traffic in the first. On the other side, Gausman has given up just 16 walks over 87 innings this season. He doesn't give away free passes, which forces the top of the Cubs' lineup to earn their way on via hits. That's going to be hard to come by, as this Chicago lineup owns just a .285 xwOBA against Gausman and is striking out at a near-30% rate. Fire this play up with confidence as part of our best NRFI bets today.
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Red Sox vs. Mariners NRFI (-165) - 10:10 p.m. ET
- Ranger Suarez (3.21 ERA) vs. Bryce Miller (1.54 ERA)
- NRFI records: Red Sox (34-38) vs. Mariners (34-42)
Miller has been nearly untouchable this year, and is up against a Red Sox offense that is one of the worst in baseball. Those two together just scream NRFI to me. The Mariners' bats have also had a difficult time against Suarez, who's limited them to a .298 xwOBA and is striking them out at a 27% clip. Over 51 plate appearances against him, the left-hander hasn't walked the Mariners once , which means, yes, they're going to have to earn it today - it helps that Josh Naylor and Cal Raleigh are a combined 1-for-14 versus Suarez, too. Let's sweep the board today.
💵 My betting record for MLB picks
All MLB picks, including SGPs, have been tracked since March 26.
| Bet type | Record | Net profit |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 42-38 | +1.13 units |
| NRFI picks | 40-36 | +0.75 units |
💡 How I'm betting NRFI picks today (June 19)
Follow all of our MLB analysis and expert predictions for baseball season.
Placing a high-variance bet like a No Run First Inning (NRFI) requires a deep dive into the data every single day. You need to look at how the pitcher matches up with the lineup - specifically the top three hitters - while tracking strikeout rates, expected batting averages, and team NRFI trends. Run through this checklist before every wager, and scale your unit sizing accordingly.
❓ NRFI betting FAQ
What does NRFI mean in baseball betting?
NRFI stands for "No Run First Inning." It's a popular MLB bet that neither team will score in the first inning of a game, and the bet settles after just six outs (three per half-inning).
What does YRFI mean?
YRFI stands for "Yes Run First Inning" - the opposite of an NRFI. This MLB prop bet cashes if there's at least one run by either team in the first inning.
What should I look for when betting NRFIs?
Each team's starting pitcher is the biggest factor in cashing a NRFI bet, but you should also focus on each team's NRFI records (home vs. away) and each lineup's first-inning tendencies. Recent form can also play a bigger role than full-season numbers.
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