For full value reports and bulk linuep optimzers, check out FantasyPlus from Sports from the Basement.
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 | Chris Stratton |
| C/1B | Logan Morrison |
| 2B | DJ LeMahieu |
| SS | Trea Turner |
| 3B | Anthony Rendon |
| OF One | Tyler Naquin |
| OF Two | Franchy Cordero |
| OF Three | Eddie Rosario |
| Util | Nolan Arenado |
| Salary | $30,500 |
| Expected Points | 118.57 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Berríos | OAK | $9,000 | 39.22 | 4.36 |
| Gio González | CHC | $8,600 | 35.74 | 4.16 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $8,800 | 34.85 | 3.96 |
| Kyle Hendricks | ATL | $7,500 | 32.83 | 4.38 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Stratton | SF | $6,000 | 26.96 | 4.49 |
| Kyle Hendricks | ATL | $7,500 | 32.83 | 4.38 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $9,000 | 39.22 | 4.36 |
| Michael Wacha | WSH | $6,900 | 29.77 | 4.31 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $3,400 | 11.33 | 3.33 |
| Eric Hosmer | NYY | $3,200 | 11.32 | 3.54 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $3,700 | 10.94 | 2.96 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,900 | 10.93 | 3.77 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Belt | SF | $2,400 | 10.35 | 4.31 |
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $2,700 | 10.91 | 4.04 |
| Yonder Alonso | TEX | $2,700 | 10.37 | 3.84 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,900 | 10.93 | 3.77 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,400 | 11.88 | 3.49 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,100 | 11.65 | 2.84 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,200 | 10.81 | 3.38 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,000 | 10.72 | 3.57 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolten Wong | WSH | $2,400 | 9.76 | 4.06 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $2,600 | 10.13 | 3.89 |
| Howie Kendrick | CHC | $2,800 | 10.55 | 3.77 |
| Howie Kendrick | CHC | $2,800 | 10.55 | 3.77 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,200 | 13.22 | 3.15 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $3,500 | 11.91 | 3.40 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $4,100 | 11.78 | 2.87 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,000 | 10.74 | 2.69 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pat Valaika | TB | $2,200 | 9.25 | 4.20 |
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,300 | 8.85 | 3.85 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,900 | 10.16 | 3.50 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,900 | 10.16 | 3.50 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,300 | 13.78 | 3.20 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,800 | 12.09 | 3.18 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $10,000 | 11.68 | 1.17 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,000 | 11.56 | 3.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Villanueva | SD | $2,500 | 9.77 | 3.91 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,300 | 8.90 | 3.87 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,300 | 8.90 | 3.87 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,000 | 11.56 | 3.85 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,300 | 14.52 | 2.74 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,700 | 13.83 | 2.94 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,400 | 13.19 | 2.44 |
| Giancarlo Stanton | DET | $4,500 | 12.99 | 2.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Naquin | LAA | $2,100 | 9.71 | 4.62 |
| Franchy Cordero | SD | $2,000 | 9.17 | 4.58 |
| Max Kepler | OAK | $2,300 | 10.29 | 4.47 |
| Nicky Delmonico | MIN | $2,400 | 10.69 | 4.45 |
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.