MLB No Runs First Inning (NRFI) Picks & Predictions: Saturday (4/1)

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Saturday’s Best MLB NRFI Bets

Odds courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook

Milwaukee Brewers vs. Chicago Cubs

Pitching matchup: Brandon Woodruff vs. Justin Steele

The NRFI hit for these teams in their series opener, and we are returning to the well.

Last season, Brewers’ starter Brandon Woodruff had an NRFI record of 11-3 in his starts on the road, while the NRFI hit in 13 of 14 of Justin Steele’s starts at Wrigley Field.

Bet: NRFI (-150 Caesars)

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Chicago Whitesox vs. Houston Astros

Pitching matchup: Lucas Giolito vs. Jose Urquidy

Losing Jose Altuve to a broken thumb is more significant than some realize. He is like Thomas the Tank Engine, the little engine that makes everything run, especially at the top of Houston’s lineup.

In their first two games, the top third of the Astros’ lineup (Pena, Bregman, and Alvarez) have a combined four hits.

In the other dugout, the White Sox have had many chances to score but have not had the opportunity. Yes, it is still early, but through the first three days of the 2023 MLB season, Chicago is second in the league in hits (22) yet has only been able to score six runs.

Both starting pitchers are more than capable of controlling opposing offenses and going deep into this game.

In 2022, Lucas Giolito only allowed a first-inning run in five of his 17 road starts, while Jose Urquidy has allowed a run in four of his 13 home starts.

Bet: NRFI (-115 DraftKings)

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