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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 | Gio González |
| C | Chris Herrmann |
| 1B | Cody Bellinger |
| 2B | Jason Kipnis |
| SS | Elvis Andrus |
| 3B | Rafael Devers |
| OF One | Mallex Smith |
| OF Two | Hyun Soo Kim |
| OF Three | Jay Bruce |
| Salary | $31,700 |
| Expected Points | 120.72 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Wood | STL | $9,600 | 41.50 | 4.32 |
| Gio González | CHC | $8,900 | 41.40 | 4.65 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $10,300 | 41.37 | 4.02 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $10,600 | 40.26 | 3.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gio González | CHC | $8,900 | 41.40 | 4.65 |
| Dinelson Lamet | SD | $8,300 | 36.12 | 4.35 |
| Alex Wood | STL | $9,600 | 41.50 | 4.32 |
| Dan Straily | ARZ | $7,300 | 30.71 | 4.21 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Lucroy | TB | $3,300 | 10.68 | 3.24 |
| Tyler Flowers | NYM | $3,400 | 10.45 | 3.07 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $2,800 | 10.32 | 3.69 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $3,000 | 9.96 | 3.32 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,100 | 8.21 | 3.91 |
| John Hicks | CHW | $2,100 | 8.19 | 3.90 |
| John Hicks | CHW | $2,100 | 8.19 | 3.90 |
| Héctor Sánchez | SD | $2,000 | 7.71 | 3.85 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,400 | 15.56 | 3.54 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,400 | 15.56 | 3.54 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,700 | 13.74 | 2.92 |
| Edwin Encarnacion | LAA | $3,600 | 13.44 | 3.73 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $3,400 | 13.36 | 3.93 |
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $3,100 | 11.81 | 3.81 |
| Edwin Encarnacion | LAA | $3,600 | 13.44 | 3.73 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $2,600 | 9.65 | 3.71 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,300 | 12.92 | 3.00 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,500 | 12.66 | 3.62 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $3,600 | 11.66 | 3.24 |
| Ian Kinsler | CHW | $3,300 | 11.55 | 3.50 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $2,400 | 11.12 | 4.63 |
| Tommy La Stella | ATL | $2,000 | 8.53 | 4.26 |
| Tommy La Stella | ATL | $2,000 | 8.53 | 4.26 |
| Carlos Asuaje | SD | $2,200 | 8.36 | 3.80 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul DeJong | WSH | $3,700 | 12.11 | 3.27 |
| Paul DeJong | WSH | $3,700 | 12.11 | 3.27 |
| Corey Seager | STL | $3,900 | 12.09 | 3.10 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,900 | 11.85 | 3.04 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $2,500 | 9.23 | 3.69 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $2,800 | 10.31 | 3.68 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,200 | 7.80 | 3.55 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,200 | 7.50 | 3.41 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,600 | 15.32 | 3.33 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $3,300 | 13.54 | 4.10 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,300 | 13.00 | 3.02 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $3,900 | 12.74 | 3.27 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $3,300 | 13.54 | 4.10 |
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,000 | 7.89 | 3.95 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,300 | 12.36 | 3.75 |
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,300 | 8.30 | 3.61 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $4,600 | 14.72 | 3.20 |
| Giancarlo Stanton | ARZ | $4,500 | 14.17 | 3.15 |
| George Springer | PIT | $3,900 | 14.16 | 3.63 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,100 | 13.93 | 2.73 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyun Soo Kim | HOU | $2,000 | 8.93 | 4.47 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $2,200 | 8.93 | 4.06 |
| Bradley Zimmer | LAA | $2,300 | 9.29 | 4.04 |
| Jay Bruce | LAA | $3,300 | 13.08 | 3.96 |
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.