Find the top NRFI/YRFI best bets for Thursday’s MLB games. Featuring bets from the Red Sox-Yankees, Rays-Guardians and Brewers-Giants. Get updated odds, pitching matchups, predictions, and more from DraftKings Sportsbook.
NRFI/YRFI best bets for Thursday, Sept. 12
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Red Sox vs Yankees NRFI/YRFI
| Nestor Cortes (L) (NYY) | Stat | Cooper Criswell (R) (BOS) |
|---|---|---|
| 20-8 | NRFI/YRFI Record | 11-6 |
| 21.5% | K% | 16.7% |
| 4.8% | BB% | 6.8% |
| 1.15 | WHIP | 1.34 |
| 1.27 | HR/9 | 0.88 |
DraftKings lists the odds for NRFI at -105 and YRFI at -125 for tonight’s game between the Red Sox and Yankees. This indicates a slight preference for a run in the first inning. The implied probabilities calculated from these odds show a 51.2% chance for NRFI and a 55.6% chance for YRFI, highlighting a competitive start to the game based on MLB odds.
Cooper Criswell of the Red Sox shows a season WHIP of 1.34, with a K% of 16.7, and a BB% of 6.8. His HR/9 stands at 0.88, contributing to a NRFI/YRFI Record of 11-6. Conversely, Nestor Cortes for the Yankees presents a stronger WHIP of 1.15, a K% of 21.5, and a lower BB% of 4.8. Cortes’ HR/9 is 1.27, with an impressive NRFI/YRFI Record of 20-8, making MLB odds favoring NRFI/YRFI bets.
With hitters like Jarren Duran and Rafael Devers, the Red Sox show potential against left-hand pitchers, showcasing a .393 wOBA from Duran and a significant .415 wOBA from Devers. Devers also brings power with an ISO of .327, indicating potential for impactful hits. he Yankees’ lineup, featuring power hitters such as Aaron Judge and Juan Soto against right-hand pitchers, presents a formidable challenge. Judge’s .500 wOBA and .424 ISO, along with Soto’s .410 wOBA and .282 ISO, highlight their ability to make significant impacts.
Red Sox vs Yankees NRFI/YRFI prediction: YRFI (-125)
Rays vs Guardians NRFI/YRFI
| Gavin Williams (R) (CLE) | Stat | Ryan Pepiot (R) (TB) |
|---|---|---|
| 9-4 | NRFI/YRFI Record | 14-8 |
| 23.6% | K% | 24.5% |
| 9.6% | BB% | 8.3% |
| 1.37 | WHIP | 1.14 |
| 0.90 | HR/9 | 1.27 |
DraftKings lists the odds for the upcoming MLB game between the Rays and Guardians, focusing on the NRFI/YRFI market. The NRFI is priced at -125, suggesting a higher probability of no run being scored in the first inning. Conversely, the YRFI stands at -105, indicating a slightly lower probability of a run occurring in the first inning. Calculating the implied probabilities, NRFI has a 55.56% chance, while YRFI has a 51.22% chance.
Ryan Pepiot of the Rays has a WHIP of 1.14, striking out 24.5% of batters faced, with a HR/9 rate of 1.27 and an NRFI/YRFI record of 14-8. Gavin Williams of the Guardians counters with a 1.37 WHIP, a 23.6% strikeout rate, a HR/9 of 0.90, and an NRFI/YRFI record of 9-4. Both pitchers demonstrate capabilities influencing MLB odds, particularly in the early innings.
The Rays showcase a balanced mix against right-hand pitchers, with Brandon Lowe and Josh Lowe providing power from the left side, indicated by ISOs of .229 and .175, respectively. Yandy Díaz and Junior Caminero add to the lineup’s depth, focusing on contact and getting on base, reflected in their wOBAs of .309 and .301.
Cleveland’s lineup features consistent performers like José Ramírez and Josh Naylor, who threaten with power (ISOs of .203 and .231) and on-base capabilities (wOBAs of .319 and .348). Steven Kwan and Andrés Giménez complement the lineup with lower strikeout rates and solid OBP, enhancing the team’s ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
Rays vs Guardians NRFI/YRFI prediction: NRFI (-125)
Brewers vs Giants NRFI/YRFI
| Hayden Birdsong (R) (SF) | Stat | Frankie Montas (R) (MIL) |
|---|---|---|
| 10-2 | NRFI/YRFI Record | 20-6 |
| 26.4% | K% | 20% |
| 14.5% | BB% | 9.5% |
| 1.50 | WHIP | 1.37 |
| 1.73 | HR/9 | 1.22 |
The MLB odds for the upcoming Brewers vs. Giants game show DraftKings offering -110 for YRFI and -125 for NRFI. These odds translate to a 52.38% probability for YRFI and a 55.56% probability for NRFI, indicating a slightly higher chance of no run in the first inning.
Frankie Montas of the Brewers shows a solid NRFI/YRFI record of 20-6, with a WHIP of 1.37 and a K% of 20. His performance against right-hand hitters is notable with a WHIP of 1.08 and a HR/9 of 0.67, indicating effectiveness in limiting home runs and base runners, crucial for MLB odds considerations.
Hayden Birdsong for the Giants presents a NRFI/YRFI record of 10-2, with a WHIP of 1.50 and a K% of 26.4. Birdsong’s stats reveal a stronger strikeout capability but a higher tendency to allow walks and home runs, with a BB% of 14.5 and a HR/9 of 1.73. His performance is slightly better against right-hand hitters, with a WHIP of 1.43 and a HR/9 of 2.82.
Brice Turang and Jake Bauers, with their left-handed bats, show promise against Birdsong’s right-hand pitching, highlighting a potential advantage for the Brewers. Turang’s .305 wOBA and Bauers’ .294 wOBA indicate solid contact potential, while Jackson Chourio’s .350 wOBA and .223 ISO suggest power against righties.
Mike Yastrzemski and Michael Conforto, both left-hand hitters, are key against Montas, with Yastrzemski’s .325 wOBA and .225 ISO, and Conforto’s .299 wOBA and .188 ISO showing potential for early scores. Matt Chapman’s .338 wOBA and .204 ISO could exploit Montas’ right-hand pitching. These stats are crucial for bettors analyzing MLB odds.
Brewers vs Giants NRFI/YRFI prediction: NRFI (-125)
