| Outcome | Probability | Yes Bid | Yes Ask | 24h Change | Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles A wins first 5 innings | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Chicago C wins first 5 innings | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Tie | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
This market predicts the outcome of the first five innings of the game between Los Angeles and Chicago. It allows participants to weigh in on which team will lead or if the score will be tied after the completion of the fifth inning.
The 'First 5 Innings' format is a popular alternative to full-game betting because it isolates the starting pitchers' performances. By focusing on the first half of the game, this market removes the volatility associated with bullpen depth and late-game managerial decisions.
Market prices represent the collective expectation of which team will hold the advantage at the mid-point of the game. A higher price on an outcome indicates that the market views that specific result as more likely based on the current pitching matchups.
If the game is tied at the conclusion of the fifth inning, the 'Tie' outcome is the winning result.
Generally, bullpens have minimal impact on this market unless the starting pitcher is injured or removed early, forcing a relief pitcher into the game before the end of the fifth inning.
The market settles based on the official score after the top and bottom halves of the fifth inning have been completed.
Weather, such as high wind or humidity, can influence scoring potential early in the game, which directly impacts the likelihood of one team leading or a tie occurring.
If the game does not reach the conclusion of the fifth inning as required for official scoring, the market typically follows standard exchange rules regarding voided or cancelled events.