MLB YRFI/NRFI Picks, Predictions & Best Bets for Tuesday, August 19th: Can Bryce Miller/Christopher Sanchez Keep Bats Quiet Early?

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sanchez (61) delivers a pitch against the New York Mets during the first inning at Citi Field.
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1u – Phillies/Mariners No Runs First Inning (-118 @ Fanduel)

It may look bold to take a NRFI on the 8th and 15th scoring offenses in the 1st Inning. With that being said, I love these two pitchers on the mound. Miller has been brutal this year with a 5.73 ERA, but the caveat is that he holds a much more impressive 1.80 ERA in the 1st inning. He will have his hands full with this stacked Phillies offense but he’s due some positive regression. As for Christopher Sanchez, he is a wagon. He has a 2.25 ERA in the 1st Inning and should make light work of Seattle in a somewhat bounce-back performance. Although this game will feature some heavy hitters, i like these two pitchers to do their jobs early. Last night we saw them combine for 19 runs and the NRFI still hit. Lets roll!

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