Let’s dive into today’s best NRFI picks today, featuring a bet on top starters in Texas-Detroit, then a bet on the two best NRFI teams in baseball: Chicago and New York.
NRFI Pick Today: Rangers vs. Tigers (-125 at Sportsbook)
Rangers vs Tigers Odds – 6:40 p.m. ET
Tarik Skubal takes the mound for Detroit, bringing a stellar 6-1 NRFI record into this matchup. He's been dominant in the first inning, and the Tigers have a 21-17 NRFI team record.
Patrick Corbin starts for Texas, and while his overall performance has been inconsistent in recent seasons, he's posted a respectable 4-1 NRFI record this year. The Rangers also hold a 21-17 NRFI team record.
With both pitchers showing strong first-inning performances and the Rangers' offense ranking 20th against left-handed pitching in wRC+, this matchup shapes up as a solid NRFI play.
NRFI Pick Today: Cubs vs. Mets (-120 at Sportsbook)
Cubs vs Mets Odds – Game Time: 7:10 p.m. ET
If you’re looking for a gold-standard NRFI team, look no further than the Cubs. Chicago leads the league with a stellar 24-14 team NRFI record. Jameson Taillon’s perfect 7-0 NRFI streak this season is a big reason for that success. He’s been an absolute lock in the first inning, giving bettors plenty of confidence.
Meanwhile, the Mets counter with Clay Holmes, who’s no slouch himself. Holmes sports a respectable 5-2 NRFI record and anchors a Mets squad that ranks near the top of the league with a 25-13 team NRFI mark, per our NRFI trends page.
With Taillon’s flawless record and the Cubs’ ability to avoid early mistakes, this feels like another game where the scoreboard stays quiet in the first inning.
