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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 FanDuel Optimizer.
| P | Tyler Chatwood |
| C/1B | Anthony Rizzo |
| 2B | Jason Kipnis |
| SS | Marcus Semien |
| 3B | Anthony Rendon |
| OF One | Dexter Fowler |
| OF Two | Matt Joyce |
| OF Three | Curtis Granderson |
| Util | Paul Goldschmidt |
| Salary | $31,500 |
| Expected Points | 122.6 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $8,500 | 36.60 | 4.31 |
| Tanner Roark | CHC | $8,000 | 31.50 | 3.94 |
| Tyler Chatwood | ATL | $6,300 | 29.58 | 4.69 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $7,700 | 29.23 | 3.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Chatwood | ATL | $6,300 | 29.58 | 4.69 |
| Jason Hammel | NYY | $5,800 | 26.98 | 4.65 |
| Chad Bettis | TB | $6,300 | 28.16 | 4.47 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $8,500 | 36.60 | 4.31 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,600 | 13.21 | 2.87 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,800 | 13.00 | 3.42 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,800 | 12.91 | 2.69 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,000 | 12.79 | 3.20 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $2,600 | 11.99 | 4.61 |
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $2,600 | 11.99 | 4.61 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,900 | 12.10 | 4.17 |
| Russell Martin | KC | $2,000 | 8.28 | 4.14 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,500 | 14.01 | 3.11 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,000 | 11.71 | 2.93 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,500 | 11.42 | 3.26 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $2,900 | 11.02 | 3.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devon Travis | KC | $2,400 | 9.85 | 4.10 |
| Jed Lowrie | SEA | $2,600 | 10.30 | 3.96 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,500 | 9.82 | 3.93 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $2,700 | 10.44 | 3.86 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,200 | 13.47 | 3.21 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,600 | 11.80 | 3.28 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $3,500 | 11.32 | 3.23 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,600 | 11.24 | 2.44 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $2,200 | 10.12 | 4.60 |
| Alcides Escobar | NYY | $2,200 | 9.09 | 4.13 |
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $2,200 | 8.92 | 4.05 |
| Aledmys Díaz | KC | $2,100 | 8.24 | 3.92 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,500 | 12.96 | 3.70 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,700 | 12.02 | 3.25 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,800 | 11.82 | 2.46 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,800 | 11.75 | 3.09 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,100 | 8.94 | 4.26 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,100 | 8.94 | 4.26 |
| Chase Headley | SD | $2,100 | 8.54 | 4.06 |
| Chase Headley | SD | $2,100 | 8.54 | 4.06 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,500 | 13.24 | 2.94 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $3,600 | 13.23 | 3.68 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,200 | 12.99 | 2.50 |
| George Springer | PIT | $4,000 | 12.94 | 3.24 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dexter Fowler | WSH | $2,300 | 10.86 | 4.72 |
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $2,400 | 11.19 | 4.66 |
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,100 | 9.77 | 4.65 |
| Shin-soo Choo | TOR | $2,200 | 10.20 | 4.64 |
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.