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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 MLB DraftKings Optimizer.
| P One | Jameson Taillon |
| P Two | Charlie Morton |
| C | Chris Stewart |
| 1B | Justin Smoak |
| 2B | Yangervis Solarte |
| SS | Yangervis Solarte |
| 3B | Anthony Rendon |
| OF One | Matt Joyce |
| OF Two | Josh Reddick |
| OF Three | Tommy Pham |
| Salary | $45,800 |
| Expected Points | 101.9 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $11,100 | 20.65 | 1.86 |
| Tanner Roark | CHC | $9,900 | 16.33 | 1.65 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $10,400 | 15.90 | 1.53 |
| Jameson Taillon | LAD | $8,800 | 15.51 | 1.76 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Johnson | BOS | $6,900 | 12.85 | 1.86 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $11,100 | 20.65 | 1.86 |
| Reynaldo López | MIN | $6,200 | 11.20 | 1.81 |
| Francisco Liriano | PIT | $7,300 | 13.07 | 1.79 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willson Contreras | ATL | $4,400 | 7.94 | 1.80 |
| Evan Gattis | PIT | $3,900 | 7.71 | 1.98 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $3,800 | 7.44 | 1.96 |
| Yadier Molina | WSH | $3,700 | 7.35 | 1.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Stewart | LAD | $2,000 | 5.19 | 2.59 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $3,100 | 6.91 | 2.23 |
| Welington Castillo | MIN | $3,400 | 7.23 | 2.13 |
| Russell Martin | KC | $3,000 | 6.28 | 2.09 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $5,100 | 9.85 | 1.93 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,700 | 9.78 | 2.08 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $4,500 | 9.53 | 2.12 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,200 | 9.53 | 2.27 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Smoak | KC | $3,400 | 9.29 | 2.73 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,500 | 8.66 | 2.47 |
| Joe Mauer | OAK | $3,200 | 7.62 | 2.38 |
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $3,800 | 8.95 | 2.36 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,900 | 10.84 | 2.21 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,400 | 9.18 | 2.09 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,900 | 8.85 | 2.27 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $4,100 | 8.43 | 2.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yangervis Solarte | SD | $2,900 | 7.66 | 2.64 |
| Devon Travis | KC | $3,200 | 7.69 | 2.40 |
| Jed Lowrie | SEA | $3,300 | 7.84 | 2.38 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,500 | 8.25 | 2.36 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,900 | 10.24 | 2.09 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,500 | 9.01 | 2.00 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,800 | 8.89 | 1.85 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $4,000 | 8.84 | 2.21 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yangervis Solarte | SD | $2,900 | 7.66 | 2.64 |
| Cliff Pennington | MIL | $2,500 | 5.60 | 2.24 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $4,000 | 8.84 | 2.21 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,700 | 8.15 | 2.20 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,400 | 9.74 | 2.21 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $5,200 | 9.04 | 1.74 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $4,200 | 9.02 | 2.15 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $4,000 | 8.85 | 2.21 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Flaherty | BAL | $2,800 | 6.39 | 2.28 |
| Jedd Gyorko | WSH | $3,100 | 7.03 | 2.27 |
| Brian Anderson | ARZ | $2,800 | 6.27 | 2.24 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $3,500 | 7.74 | 2.21 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,000 | 10.37 | 2.07 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $4,600 | 9.91 | 2.15 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,100 | 9.84 | 1.93 |
| George Springer | PIT | $5,200 | 9.81 | 1.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tommy Pham | WSH | $3,600 | 9.32 | 2.59 |
| Josh Reddick | PIT | $3,300 | 8.47 | 2.57 |
| Paulo Orlando | NYY | $2,500 | 6.27 | 2.51 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $2,900 | 7.22 | 2.49 |
Picks are based on historical performance and match-up. Picks are updated regularly, but we advise that you 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. Sample lineups are provided as thought-starters, and are not intended for direct use.