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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 One | Johnny Cueto |
| P Two | Lance McCullers Jr. |
| C | Brian McCann |
| 1B | Matt Adams |
| 2B | José Pirela |
| SS | JT Riddle |
| 3B | Rio Ruiz |
| OF One | Adam Engel |
| OF Two | Matt Adams |
| OF Three | Chris Owings |
| Salary | $46,800 |
| Expected Points | 102.97 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lance McCullers Jr. | PIT | $11,200 | 25.32 | 2.26 |
| Johnny Cueto | SF | $10,800 | 22.26 | 2.06 |
| Jon Lester | ATL | $9,700 | 21.69 | 2.24 |
| Michael Fulmer | CHW | $9,200 | 21.08 | 2.29 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Fulmer | CHW | $9,200 | 21.08 | 2.29 |
| Lance McCullers Jr. | PIT | $11,200 | 25.32 | 2.26 |
| Jon Lester | ATL | $9,700 | 21.69 | 2.24 |
| Derek Holland | MIN | $6,600 | 14.55 | 2.20 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian McCann | PIT | $3,200 | 8.41 | 2.63 |
| Alex Avila | CHW | $3,600 | 8.15 | 2.26 |
| Evan Gattis | PIT | $3,900 | 7.36 | 1.89 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,700 | 7.23 | 1.54 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian McCann | PIT | $3,200 | 8.41 | 2.63 |
| Elias Díaz | LAD | $2,600 | 6.64 | 2.55 |
| Drew Butera | NYY | $2,000 | 4.67 | 2.33 |
| Caleb Joseph | BAL | $2,200 | 5.06 | 2.30 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Votto | PHI | $5,000 | 10.57 | 2.11 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,900 | 10.23 | 2.09 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $3,900 | 9.72 | 2.49 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $4,600 | 9.59 | 2.08 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Adams | NYM | $3,900 | 9.72 | 2.49 |
| Tommy Joseph | HOU | $3,200 | 7.88 | 2.46 |
| Mitch Moreland | BOS | $3,300 | 7.52 | 2.28 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $3,300 | 7.49 | 2.27 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $5,500 | 11.33 | 2.06 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $4,700 | 10.26 | 2.18 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,900 | 9.65 | 2.47 |
| Ian Happ | ATL | $4,000 | 8.00 | 2.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Pirela | SD | $2,400 | 5.98 | 2.49 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,900 | 9.65 | 2.47 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,800 | 6.39 | 2.28 |
| Brandon Phillips | NYM | $3,300 | 7.50 | 2.27 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $5,400 | 10.75 | 1.99 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $5,500 | 10.66 | 1.94 |
| Zack Cozart | PHI | $4,700 | 7.95 | 1.69 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,100 | 7.71 | 1.88 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,600 | 6.24 | 2.40 |
| J.J. Hardy | BAL | $2,200 | 5.17 | 2.35 |
| Stephen Drew | CHC | $2,800 | 6.45 | 2.30 |
| Aledmys Díaz | WSH | $3,100 | 6.38 | 2.06 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miguel Sanó | OAK | $4,900 | 10.98 | 2.24 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,800 | 9.71 | 2.02 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,900 | 9.35 | 1.91 |
| Eduardo Núñez | SF | $4,800 | 8.77 | 1.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,700 | 6.45 | 2.39 |
| Stephen Drew | CHC | $2,800 | 6.45 | 2.30 |
| Miguel Sanó | OAK | $4,900 | 10.98 | 2.24 |
| Kyle Seager | TEX | $3,900 | 8.58 | 2.20 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Springer | PIT | $5,600 | 11.63 | 2.08 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,400 | 11.41 | 2.11 |
| J.D. Martinez | CHW | $5,300 | 9.74 | 1.84 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $3,900 | 9.72 | 2.49 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Engel | MIN | $2,100 | 5.71 | 2.72 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $3,900 | 9.72 | 2.49 |
| Nick Markakis | NYM | $3,000 | 7.41 | 2.47 |
| Franchy Cordero | SD | $2,600 | 6.41 | 2.46 |
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.