Today's NRFI Selections: Tuesday's Games Favor Under Totals

Kick off your betting weekend with two solid NRFI picks, backed by top-tier pitching and positive trends. First, give the Cubs vs. Pirates at PNC Park a go – it's virtually a pick 'em for a first-inning shutout. Then, sink your money into the Phillies vs. Nationals matchup, which boasts an appearance from two ace pitchers. Here's the lowdown.

NRFI Pick Today: Cubs vs Pirates (-135) at bet365

Cubs vs Pirates Odds -- 6:40 pm ET

This NRFI bet is as safe as it gets. The Cubs lead MLB with an impressive 20-9 NRFI record and have kept it up with four straight first-inning shutouts. Pirates aren't far behind, ranking seventh with a 16-13 NRFI mark.

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On the mound, Shota Imanaga has been a rock star in this spot, sporting a 6-1 NRFI record this season. Opposing him is Andrew Heaney, who's been equally impressive with a 1.72 ERA across five starts. Both pitchers can silence the bats early, and though the Cubs have been smoking hot, they've struggled to make noise in the opening frame. This one feels like a secure bet for NRFI enthusiasts.

NRFI Pick Today: Phillies vs Nationals (-115) at FanDuel

Phillies vs Nationals Odds -- 6:45 pm ET

If you're an enthusiast of elite pitching, this matchup is worth a look. Zack Wheeler has been perfect to start games, with a sparkling 6-0 NRFI record. He's surrendered only one hit in the first inning all year, striking out five and showing sheer dominance every time out.

MacKenzie Gore hasn't lagged behind, boasting a 1.50 ERA in the opening frame. With both pitchers dominating and the Phillies' offense struggling for consistency, this matchup suggests a clean, drama-free first inning.

In the Cubs vs Pirates game at PNC Park, expect a solid NRFI pick, with the Cubs leading MLB with an impressive 20-9 NRFI record and a streak of four consecutive first-inning shutouts.
For top-tier pitching performances, sink your money into the Phillies vs Nationals matchup, where Zack Wheeler has a perfect 6-0 NRFI record, surrendering only one hit in the first inning all year.
At bet365, the NRFI bet for Cubs vs Pirates is as safe as it gets, with Shota Imanaga and Andrew Heaney on the mound, both showing impressive performances this season.
FanDuel offers another NRFI pick with the Phillies vs Nationals matchup, as both Zack Wheeler and MacKenzie Gore have been dominating on the mound, promising a clean and drama-free first inning.