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Optimal Lineup
Updated Throughout the Day
Optimal lineups are generated to demonstrate groups of players that work well together. This should be used only as a thought-starter for your lineups. This lineup may not conform to exact requirements of DraftKings (ie. players from one team), and may cross over multiple slates. For more detailed and customizable lineup generation, please use the NBA DraftKings Optimizer.
| P | Justin Verlander |
| C | Manny Piña |
| 1B | Matt Carpenter |
| 2B | Daniel Murphy |
| SS | Tim Anderson |
| 3B | Kris Bryant |
| OF One | Joc Pederson |
| OF Two | Nelson Cruz |
| OF Three | Yasmany Tomás |
| Salary | $34,300 |
| Expected Points | 123.6 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | CHW | $9,400 | 40.65 | 4.32 |
| Jon Lester | ATL | $10,600 | 38.60 | 3.64 |
| Corey Kluber | LAA | $9,900 | 37.45 | 3.78 |
| Cole Hamels | TOR | $9,400 | 33.66 | 3.58 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | CHW | $9,400 | 40.65 | 4.32 |
| Sean Manaea | SEA | $7,400 | 30.58 | 4.13 |
| Corey Kluber | LAA | $9,900 | 37.45 | 3.78 |
| Drew Pomeranz | BOS | $7,700 | 28.84 | 3.75 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buster Posey | SF | $4,500 | 13.32 | 2.96 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $2,400 | 9.80 | 4.08 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $2,600 | 9.62 | 3.70 |
| Willson Contreras | ATL | $2,800 | 9.38 | 3.35 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manny Piña | CLE | $2,400 | 9.80 | 4.08 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $2,600 | 9.62 | 3.70 |
| James McCann | CHW | $2,300 | 8.00 | 3.48 |
| Willson Contreras | ATL | $2,800 | 9.38 | 3.35 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,600 | 14.55 | 3.16 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,200 | 13.63 | 3.24 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $3,900 | 13.51 | 3.46 |
| Miguel Cabrera | CHW | $4,300 | 13.34 | 3.10 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $2,900 | 11.72 | 4.04 |
| Adrián González | STL | $2,700 | 10.20 | 3.78 |
| Mike Napoli | TOR | $2,800 | 10.56 | 3.77 |
| C.J. Cron | MIL | $2,200 | 8.23 | 3.74 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,400 | 12.59 | 3.70 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,200 | 12.00 | 2.86 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,700 | 11.60 | 3.14 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $2,900 | 11.55 | 3.98 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $2,200 | 8.84 | 4.02 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $2,200 | 8.84 | 4.02 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $2,900 | 11.55 | 3.98 |
| Chase Utley | STL | $2,100 | 7.76 | 3.70 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corey Seager | STL | $3,500 | 12.00 | 3.43 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $3,900 | 11.92 | 3.06 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $3,900 | 11.91 | 3.05 |
| Addison Russell | ATL | $2,700 | 10.54 | 3.90 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addison Russell | ATL | $2,700 | 10.54 | 3.90 |
| Aledmys Díaz | WSH | $2,800 | 10.10 | 3.61 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,200 | 7.87 | 3.58 |
| Taylor Motter | TEX | $2,800 | 9.65 | 3.44 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,800 | 14.77 | 3.08 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,100 | 13.41 | 3.27 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $3,700 | 11.01 | 2.97 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $3,700 | 10.84 | 2.93 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jedd Gyorko | WSH | $2,500 | 9.56 | 3.82 |
| Jedd Gyorko | WSH | $2,500 | 9.56 | 3.82 |
| José Reyes | CIN | $2,100 | 7.60 | 3.62 |
| David Freese | LAD | $2,500 | 8.92 | 3.57 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,900 | 14.57 | 2.97 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,300 | 13.60 | 3.16 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $3,900 | 13.46 | 3.45 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,800 | 13.43 | 2.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joc Pederson | STL | $2,500 | 10.19 | 4.07 |
| Andrew Toles | STL | $2,300 | 9.31 | 4.05 |
| Mikie Mahtook | CHW | $2,100 | 8.10 | 3.86 |
| Brandon Guyer | LAA | $2,300 | 8.55 | 3.72 |
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.