The Baltimore Orioles are set to play the Oakland Athletics on Friday, July 5, at 7:40 p.m.ET at the Oakland Coliseum. No run first inning (NRFI)/yes run first inning (YRFI) odds for this matchup are currently set with YRFI at -120 and NRFI at -115 at DraftKings and other Massachusetts sportsbooks. Albert Suárez, with a NRFI/YRFI record of 9-1, will likely pitch for the Orioles against Hogan Harris of the Athletics, who has a NRFI/YRFI record of 5-1. The game will be aired on MASN. Weather is expected to be clear with a high of 82 degrees.
Orioles vs. A’s NRFI/YRFI odds for 7/5
DraftKings sportsbook MA has relatively even NRFI/YRFI odds with the juice leaning slightly toward YRFI at -120. This suggests a narrow margin between the likelihood of runs in the first inning. Calculated probabilities indicate a 54.55% chance for YRFI and a 53.49% chance for NRFI based on these odds.
- DraftKings YRFI: -120
- DraftKings NRFI: -115
NRFI/YRFI MLB odds subject to change for Orioles vs. Athletics.
Orioles vs Athletics NRFI/YRFI Prediction for Friday
Though Harris and Suarez have both had their ups and downs on the season, both have been consistently good in the first inning. This is evidenced by their 9-1 and 5-1 NRFI records on the season, respectively. Moreover, the top of both the Orioles and Athletics lineup have consistently struggled to start games The Orioles have only scored a first inning run in 22.99% of their games, while the Athletics have only done so in 17.98% of their games.
Orioles vs. Athletics NRFI/YRFI Prediction: NRFI
Albert Suarez vs Hogan Harris Pitching Matchup
Albert Suárez of the Orioles brings a 1.25 WHIP, 17.7 K%, and a 0.30 HR/9 to the mound, with a solid NRFI/YRFI record of 9-1. On the other hand, Hogan Harris from the Athletics enters tonight’s game with a 1.31 WHIP, 18 K%, and a higher 1.36 HR/9, holding a NRFI/YRFI record of 5-1. Both pitchers have demonstrated control and the ability to manage home runs which plays a crucial role in NRFI/YRFI outcomes.
Looking into specifics, Suárez has performed better against right-handed hitters with a 1.18 WHIP and a 6 BB%, while Harris has a slight edge in strikeout ability with a 20 K% against lefties despite a higher WHIP of 1.70. On the season, Suarez has performed better at home and Harries has been better on the road.
| Hogan Harris (L) (OAK) | Stat | Albert Suarez (R) (BAL) |
|---|---|---|
| 5-1 | NRFI/YRFI Record | 9-1 |
| 18% | K% | 17.70% |
| 8.10% | BB% | 8.70% |
| 1.31 | WHIP | 1.25 |
| 1.36 | HR/9 | 0.3 |
Albert Suarez Split Stats
| Home | Stat | Away |
|---|---|---|
| 19.50% | K% | 16% |
| 4.90% | BB% | 12.20% |
| 1 | WHIP | 1.5 |
| 0.3 | HR/9 | 0.31 |
| vs. Left | Stat | vs. Right |
|---|---|---|
| 17.60% | K% | 18.10% |
| 12.70% | BB% | 6% |
| 1.35 | WHIP | 1.18 |
| 0.38 | HR/9 | 0.25 |
Hogan Harris Split Stats
| Home | Stat | Away |
|---|---|---|
| 13.80% | K% | 23.10% |
| 7.40% | BB% | 9% |
| 1.21 | WHIP | 1.44 |
| 0.81 | HR/9 | 2.08 |
| vs. Left | Stat | vs. Right |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | K% | 17.90% |
| 11.40% | BB% | 7.50% |
| 1.7 | WHIP | 1.22 |
| 1.17 | HR/9 | 1.41 |
Orioles vs. Athletics NRFI/YRFI Record
- Orioles NRFI: 75.86%
- Orioles YRFI: 24.14%
- Orioles Opponent NRFI: 77.01%
- Orioles Opponent YRFI: 22.99%
- Athletics NRFI: 82.02%
- Athletics YRFI: 17.98%
- Athletics Opponent NRFI: 62.92%
- Athletics Opponent YRFI: 37.08%
Orioles Lineup vs. Hogan Harris (R)
With Jordan Westburg and Ryan Mountcastle showing solid power against right-hand pitching, as reflected in their .230 and .183 ISO metrics, respectively, the Orioles pose a significant early threat. Gunnar Henderson stands out with a .329 ISO and a .420 wOBA, indicating potential for early runs. The Orioles’ balanced mix of right and left-handed batters could exploit Harris’s 1.36 HR/9 rate and 1.31 WHIP, which is something to consider when evaluating NRFI/YRFI odds.
Athletics Lineup vs. Albert Suárez (R)
The Athletics lineup, featuring JJ Bleday and Brent Rooker, shows promise with Bleday’s .259 ISO and Rooker’s impressive .373 ISO against right-handed pitchers, indicating a high potential for early scoring. Despite Suárez’s relatively low HR/9 of .30, his WHIP of 1.25 suggests that the Athletics’ hitters might find opportunities to capitalize on. This setup makes the Orioles vs Athletics NRFI/YRFI a key point of interest for bettors looking at early game dynamics.
