The MLB slate features 16 games today, including a double header between the Athletics and the Rangers, so we have plenty of games to choose from when looking at No-Run First Inning Prop Bets for Wednesday, May 8. All odds are courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook,
Grace McDermott 2024 record against NRFI: 7-2
Best NRFI bets: Wednesday, May 8
Orioles vs. Nationals (-105)
The Orioles have scored in the first inning just once this month, and go up against Nationals starter Mitchell Parker, who has an ERA of 2.53. The last time he pitched at home, he went seven innings on the mound and allowed zero runs. The Nats have also scored in the first inning just once this month, and face Kyle Bradish. Bradish finished 2023 with an ERA of 2.83, and is just getting back into the Orioles’ starting lineup after taking time off with an injury.
Cubs vs. Padres (-130)
The Cubs and Padres may both land within or just outside of the 10 highest-scoring offenses in MLB, but this pitching matchup lends itself to a runless first inning. Dylan Cease takes the mound for the Padres. In each of his last six starts, he has pitched six or more innings, and has let up more than two runs in just one of those outings. Hayden Wesneski starts for the Cubs. He has started just two games this season, but has let up a single run over 10.1 innings in those two starts.
Game To Avoid
Blue Jays vs. Phillies
The Phillies average the third-most runs per game in MLB, and Toronto starter Chris Bassitt has not gotten off to the most auspicious start this season. He let up 10 earned runs in his last 8.2 innings pitched, and the Phillies could take advantage here early.