| Date | Score | Runs | O/U | W/L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2 | 3-4 | 7 | UNDER | L |
| Jun 1 | 9-2 | 11 | OVER | W |
| May 29 | 1-9 | 10 | OVER | L |
| May 27 | 0-7 | 7 | UNDER | L |
| May 26 | 1-15 | 16 | OVER | L |
| Date | Score | Runs | O/U | W/L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2 | 9-4 | 13 | OVER | W |
| May 31 | 4-9 | 13 | OVER | L |
| May 30 | 1-9 | 10 | OVER | L |
| May 29 | 4-3 | 7 | UNDER | W |
| May 27 | 3-2 | 5 | UNDER | W |
Both starters are dealing right now — Wacha carries a spotless 0.00 ERA while Bibee has been steady at 4.00. The bats back up the case: Cleveland is averaging just 2.6 runs over their last five games and Kansas City an even quieter 2.0. With two pitchers keeping lineups quiet and both offenses ice cold, the first inning looks like a scoreless one.
NRFI Angle: Royals @ Guardians – April 6, 2026
The NRFI case here is compelling heading into Cleveland. The combined first-inning scoreless streak between these two clubs sits at 12, reflecting consistent early-game quietness from both sides. The Guardians have been especially locked in at home, posting a seven-game scoreless first-inning streak, while Kansas City brings a three-game streak of their own into this matchup.
On the mound, Michael Wacha carries a pristine 0.00 ERA for the Royals, suggesting he's been utterly dominant early in games. Cleveland counters with Tanner Bibee at a 4.00 ERA. With both bullpens cold and these trends firmly in place, expect a quiet first inning in Progressive Field.
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