| Date | Score | Runs | O/U | W/L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2 | 2-3 | 5 | UNDER | L |
| May 31 | 2-4 | 6 | UNDER | L |
| May 29 | 7-5 | 12 | OVER | W |
| May 26 | 3-4 | 7 | UNDER | L |
| May 25 | 0-3 | 3 | UNDER | L |
| Date | Score | Runs | O/U | W/L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2 | 8-2 | 10 | OVER | W |
| Jun 1 | 9-8 | 17 | OVER | W |
| May 31 | 6-19 | 25 | OVER | L |
| May 29 | 8-6 | 14 | OVER | W |
| May 27 | 1-4 | 5 | UNDER | L |
Tomoyuki Sugano has been virtually untouchable with a 2.16 ERA, and Walker Buehler brings enough early-inning discipline to keep hitters off the board. Both offenses have averaged zero first-inning runs over their last five games, making the scoring data as clean as it gets. The pitching and the trend point the same direction — take the No Run First Inning.
NRFI Angle: Padres @ Rockies (April 22, 2026)
The NRFI has solid backing heading into Wednesday's matchup at Coors Field. The combined first-inning scoreless streak between these two clubs sits at 12, reflecting a strong recent trend of quiet openings. The Padres bring particularly impressive momentum on the road, carrying a 10-game scoreless first-inning streak into this contest. On the mound, Colorado's Tomoyuki Sugano has been sharp all season, posting a 2.16 ERA and giving the Rockies a reliable arm to navigate the early frame. While Walker Buehler's 4.97 ERA raises some questions, the overall data still leans quiet in the first. The NRFI deserves strong consideration here.
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