A 30-team, 15-game slate takes us into the second half of the 2026 MLB season. For those looking to cash in quickly on a bet, nothing makes more sense than an NRFI. With that being said, there’s more to this one than meets the eye. Some pitchers thrive early, while others take more time to get settled in than others. Which NRFI picks are worth a closer look on Friday?
Ahead of today’s Major League Baseball contests, here are three NRFI bets worth placing on DraftKings Sportsbook.
Best NRFI Prop Bets Today
| Game | Pitching Matchup |
|---|---|
| Rays vs. Red Sox Game 1 NRFI (-120) | Jax vs. Bennett |
| Marlins vs. Brewers NRFI (-125) | Alcantara vs. Henderson |
| Giants vs. Mariners NRFI (-135) | Roupp vs. Miller |
Rays vs. Red Sox Game 1 NRFI (-120)
Griffin Jax will get the start this afternoon for the first game of a doubleheader. Despite starting the season as a reliever, the veteran has become a key piece in Tampa Bay’s rotation. Through 70.0 innings (14 starts), the right-hander has notched a 3.47 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and 71 strikeouts (9.1 K/9). He comes into this one with momentum as well. Jax has allowed three earned runs or fewer in each of his previous seven starts. The Red Sox, despite their recent nine-game winning streak, struggle to hit inside Fenway Park. They’ve recorded an MLB-worst 3.55 runs per game at home. They also have the sport’s second-worst OPS against right-handed pitching (.675). Jax enters this contest with a sparkling 83% career NRFI rate.
As for Boston, it’ll be Jake Bennett making his ninth career start in the majors. So far, the rookie has impressed during his tenure in Beantown. Through 47.2 innings pitched, he’s accounted for a 2.64 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 35 strikeouts (6.6 K/9). Most promising is the southpaw’s terrific 1.5 BB/9 ratio, among the best marks for any pitcher. Junior Caminero was hit on the hand with a pitch during Tuesday’s All-Star Game; his status for Friday is questionable. That’s not ideal for an already top-heavy Tampa Bay lineup. The Rays wield a .689 OPS against left-handed pitching, ninth-worst in baseball.
Marlins vs. Brewers NRFI (-125)
Despite the occasional letdown start, it’s been another quality campaign from Sandy Alcantara. This season, the former Cy Young winner has recorded a 3.99 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 100 strikeouts (6.9 K/9). He has accounted for a 3.09 ERA and 48 strikeouts during his previous eight appearances. To boot, the Dominican comes into this one with a stellar 80% NRFI rate this season. The Brewers wield one of baseball’s better lineups. However, the team is only 19th with a 29.17% YRFI rate. Alcantara held Milwaukee to two runs over five innings when these squads met on April 18th.
As for the home team, it’ll be Logan Henderson on the bump tonight. Despite being a somewhat obscure name, the rookie is already a key piece for the Brewers. It’s a brief sample size, but he’s looked sharp when healthy. Henderson has delivered a 3.18 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 34 strikeouts (10.8 K/9) over 28.1 innings of work. Even more impressive, he’s allowed a first inning run only once over six starts (83% NRFI). The Marlins are an above-average offense, but their approach may not work against a pitcher that limits hard contact. Milwaukee’s 24-year-old phenom should find a way to navigate the first inning tonight.
Giants vs. Mariners NRFI (-135)
Toeing the slab for the visiting Giants will be Landen Roupp. He’s by no means an ace, but the right-hander has been a reliable presence in this San Francisco rotation. This season, he’s posted a 4.27 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 104 strikeouts (9.6 K/9) over 18 starts. However, those numbers don’t tell the whole story. Roupp has gotten somewhat unlucky, as evidenced by his 3.36 xERA, .226 xBA and minuscule 28.2% hard-hit rate. He also leads the National League with a 0.6 HR/9 ratio. On the flip side, Seattle’s offense relies heavily on the long ball. They are 26th in runs scored (392), but 14th in home runs (115). In addition, Roupp is responsible for a solid 76.5% NRFI rate.
As for the M’s, they’ll hand the ball to Bryce Miller this evening. It’s been a terrific campaign from the righty since his return from injury in May. He’s allowed more than two earned runs in just two of his nine starts so far. The right-hander has surrendered a first inning run only once during that time as well (88.9% NRFI). It’s not as if Friday’s matchup is the most intimidating, either. San Francisco’s offense is on the hook for the seventh-fewest runs per game (4.11) and third-lowest YRFI rate (22.92%) in baseball. There’s no reason to assume Miller can’t take care of business tonight.
