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Assad

RHP · Chicago Cubs · 2026 Season

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Assad has allowed a first-inning run in 1 of 11 starts in 2026 (9.1%). His 90.9% NRFI rate ranks #7 of 187 qualified starters (10+ starts). Last start: 2026-09-05.

90.9%
NRFI Rate
10-1
Record
11
Starts
9W
Streak

2026 Starts

OldestRecent
PHI
L
NYM
W
SF
W
COL
W
NYM
W
STL
W
CIN
W
STL
W
LAD
W
MIA
W

First Inning Performance

2026 season avg · 11 starts

AVG RUNS
0.09
Lower is better
AVG HITS
0.36
Lower is better
AVG K
0.91
Higher is better
AVG BB
0.18
Lower is better

About NRFI Stats

NRFI (No Runs First Inning) tracks whether a starting pitcher holds the opposing lineup scoreless in the first inning. A high NRFI rate indicates a pitcher who consistently gets through the first without giving up runs — a key signal for first-inning prop bets.

Through 11 starts this season, Assad has held the first inning scoreless 10 times (90.9% NRFI rate). He's averaging 0.09 runs, 0.36 hits, 0.91 Ks, and 0.18 walks per first inning this season.

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