Monday, August 15, 2016 MLB Daily Fantasy (DFS) Picks for DraftKings Daily Fantasy League Competitions.
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Optimal Lineup
Updated Throughout the Day
| P One | Max Scherzer |
| P Two | Drew Pomeranz |
| C | Francisco Cervelli |
| 1B | Nick Franklin |
| 2B | DJ LeMahieu |
| SS | Brad Miller |
| 3B | Nolan Arenado |
| OF One | Corey Dickerson |
| OF Two | Lorenzo Cain |
| OF Three | Kevin Kiermaier |
| Salary | $49,200 |
| Expected Points | 115.13 |
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | WSH | $10,800 | 24.80 | 2.30 |
| Drew Smyly | TB | $9,000 | 15.11 | 1.68 |
| Drew Pomeranz | OAK | $8,000 | 14.53 | 1.82 |
| Felix Hernandez | SEA | $9,100 | 14.05 | 1.54 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Phelps | MIA | $4,000 | 9.70 | 2.43 |
| Max Scherzer | WSH | $10,800 | 24.80 | 2.30 |
| Josh Tomlin | CLE | $4,900 | 9.90 | 2.02 |
| Jorge De La Rosa | COL | $4,000 | 7.80 | 1.95 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson Ramos | WSH | $5,200 | 9.33 | 1.80 |
| Jacob Realmuto | MIA | $3,600 | 8.22 | 2.28 |
| Brian McCann | NYY | $3,400 | 8.02 | 2.36 |
| Jonathan Lucroy | MIL | $4,800 | 8.00 | 1.67 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derek Norris | SD | $2,500 | 6.92 | 2.77 |
| Travis d’Arnaud | NYM | $2,900 | 7.68 | 2.65 |
| Chris Gimenez | TEX | $2,400 | 6.32 | 2.63 |
| Francisco Cervelli | PIT | $2,700 | 6.97 | 2.58 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edwin Encarnacion | TOR | $4,700 | 10.69 | 2.27 |
| Paul Goldschmidt | ARZ | $4,800 | 9.36 | 1.95 |
| Justin Smoak | TOR | $3,700 | 9.35 | 2.53 |
| Miguel Cabrera | DET | $4,700 | 9.34 | 1.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logan Morrison | SEA | $3,200 | 9.32 | 2.91 |
| Casey McGehee | SF | $2,300 | 6.22 | 2.71 |
| Ben Paulsen | COL | $3,000 | 7.94 | 2.65 |
| Nick Franklin | TB | $3,500 | 9.06 | 2.59 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devon Travis | TOR | $4,700 | 9.62 | 2.05 |
| Logan Forsythe | TB | $4,500 | 9.46 | 2.10 |
| Robinson Cano | SEA | $4,900 | 8.36 | 1.71 |
| Dee Gordon | MIA | $5,100 | 8.36 | 1.64 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Harrison | PIT | $3,000 | 8.30 | 2.77 |
| Raul Mondesi | KC | $2,500 | 6.12 | 2.45 |
| DJ LeMahieu | COL | $3,400 | 7.59 | 2.23 |
| Tyler Ladendorf | OAK | $2,800 | 6.04 | 2.16 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Miller | SEA | $5,300 | 11.12 | 2.10 |
| Marcus Semien | OAK | $4,500 | 8.76 | 1.95 |
| Didi Gregorius | NYY | $4,200 | 8.32 | 1.98 |
| Danny Espinosa | WSH | $4,600 | 7.99 | 1.74 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrelton Simmons | ATL | $2,200 | 6.12 | 2.78 |
| Jordy Mercer | PIT | $2,700 | 6.75 | 2.50 |
| Dixon Machado | DET | $2,300 | 5.70 | 2.48 |
| Adeiny Hechavarria | MIA | $2,800 | 6.63 | 2.37 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Donaldson | TOR | $5,200 | 10.69 | 2.06 |
| Evan Longoria | TB | $4,500 | 10.02 | 2.23 |
| Matt Duffy | HOU | $3,500 | 9.69 | 2.77 |
| Nolan Arenado | COL | $4,800 | 9.48 | 1.97 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Duffy | HOU | $3,500 | 9.69 | 2.77 |
| Yunel Escobar | WSH | $2,600 | 6.85 | 2.64 |
| Jose Reyes | TOR | $3,500 | 8.49 | 2.43 |
| Evan Longoria | TB | $4,500 | 10.02 | 2.23 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Kiermaier | TB | $3,800 | 10.96 | 2.88 |
| Corey Dickerson | COL | $3,100 | 10.80 | 3.48 |
| Carlos Gonzalez | COL | $4,700 | 9.89 | 2.10 |
| Lorenzo Cain | KC | $3,800 | 9.82 | 2.58 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Upton | SD | $2,300 | 8.46 | 3.68 |
| Corey Dickerson | COL | $3,100 | 10.80 | 3.48 |
| Tyler Collins | DET | $2,500 | 7.66 | 3.07 |
| Andrew McCutchen | PIT | $3,300 | 9.79 | 2.97 |
Picks are based on historical performance and match-up. Keep up to date on late-day roster moves and injuries – those are not taken into consideration. Sports from the Basement provides no warranty on these suggestions and readers should make picks at their own risk.