Daniel Vreeland identifies a clear betting value on the No Runs First Inning (NRFI) prop in Athletics vs Rockies. Colorado starter German Marquez pitched impressively in his first game against the Phillies, completing six shutout innings and allowing only four hits. The Athletics' poor and below-average offense makes it even more likely Marquez continues this streak. On the opposite side, Athletics pitcher JP Sears showed solid form last time out, recording 6.2 innings with seven strikeouts and minimal run damage until a late-inning home run by Julio Rodriguez. Given the relative inferiority of the Rockies lineup compared to Rodriguez and Seattle, Vreeland expects Sears to keep Colorado scoreless early, making the NRFI prop a strong play.

JD Bets recommends betting over 2.5 earned runs allowed by German Marquez due to Philadelphia's dominant historical matchups against him. Phillies hitters have significantly excelled facing Marquez, including Schwarber hitting .545 with two home runs, Realmuto batting .375, Alec Bohm .625, and Bryce Harper .385. With Marquez pitching only four innings last season and limited recent game exposure, he anticipates Marquez struggling against this proven Phillies lineup at home. JD Bets also indicated interest in including the Phillies Money Line as part of a betting parlay because of their favorable matchup history and home field advantage.