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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 | Josh Tomlin |
| C/1B | Wilmer Flores |
| 2B | Scooter Gennett |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Todd Frazier |
| OF One | Nicky Delmonico |
| OF Two | Mallex Smith |
| OF Three | Hunter Renfroe |
| Util | Paul Goldschmidt |
| Salary | $29,100 |
| Expected Points | 119.78 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,000 | 45.67 | 4.15 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $9,800 | 45.46 | 4.64 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $9,600 | 44.18 | 4.60 |
| Luis Severino | DET | $10,500 | 42.23 | 4.02 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Tomlin | LAA | $5,600 | 30.96 | 5.53 |
| Aaron Sanchez | KC | $6,700 | 31.07 | 4.64 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $9,800 | 45.46 | 4.64 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $9,600 | 44.18 | 4.60 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Votto | PHI | $3,700 | 11.98 | 3.24 |
| Ian Desmond | TB | $4,000 | 11.81 | 2.95 |
| Ian Desmond | TB | $4,000 | 11.81 | 2.95 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $3,700 | 11.50 | 3.11 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,200 | 10.28 | 4.67 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,200 | 10.28 | 4.67 |
| Roberto Pérez | LAA | $2,000 | 8.97 | 4.49 |
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,100 | 9.40 | 4.48 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,500 | 12.45 | 2.77 |
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $3,800 | 12.44 | 3.27 |
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $3,800 | 12.44 | 3.27 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,200 | 12.31 | 2.93 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $2,100 | 8.84 | 4.21 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $2,100 | 8.84 | 4.21 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $2,700 | 10.66 | 3.95 |
| Brock Holt | BOS | $2,000 | 7.33 | 3.67 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,200 | 12.91 | 3.07 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,500 | 12.20 | 2.71 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,100 | 11.63 | 2.84 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,300 | 11.16 | 2.59 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pat Valaika | TB | $2,500 | 11.07 | 4.43 |
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,300 | 8.21 | 3.57 |
| J.P. Crawford | HOU | $2,100 | 7.04 | 3.35 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $2,400 | 7.56 | 3.15 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,400 | 14.77 | 2.74 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,500 | 11.78 | 2.62 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $4,100 | 11.47 | 2.80 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,000 | 11.14 | 2.79 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.D. Davis | PIT | $2,000 | 7.38 | 3.69 |
| Logan Forsythe | STL | $2,300 | 8.34 | 3.63 |
| Cheslor Cuthbert | NYY | $2,100 | 7.27 | 3.46 |
| Christian Villanueva | SD | $3,100 | 10.57 | 3.41 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,400 | 14.67 | 2.72 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,200 | 14.24 | 2.74 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $5,000 | 13.38 | 2.68 |
| Ian Happ | ATL | $3,600 | 12.45 | 3.46 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicky Delmonico | MIN | $2,100 | 10.61 | 5.05 |
| Hunter Renfroe | SD | $2,600 | 11.57 | 4.45 |
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,400 | 10.56 | 4.40 |
| Carlos Gómez | TOR | $2,500 | 10.55 | 4.22 |
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.