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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 | Derek Holland |
| C/1B | Nick Hundley |
| 2B | Scooter Gennett |
| SS | Addison Russell |
| 3B | Travis Shaw |
| OF One | Brandon Guyer |
| OF Two | Harrison Bader |
| OF Three | Chris Taylor |
| Util | Paul Goldschmidt |
| Salary | $29,400 |
| Expected Points | 114.67 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corey Kluber | LAA | $11,400 | 45.67 | 4.01 |
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $11,500 | 43.48 | 3.78 |
| José Quintana | ATL | $8,400 | 40.43 | 4.81 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,400 | 39.62 | 4.21 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derek Holland | MIN | $6,300 | 30.61 | 4.86 |
| José Quintana | ATL | $8,400 | 40.43 | 4.81 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $8,200 | 37.84 | 4.61 |
| Brandon Finnegan | PHI | $5,600 | 25.66 | 4.58 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,300 | 12.33 | 2.87 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $3,500 | 11.98 | 3.42 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $3,500 | 11.98 | 3.42 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $3,200 | 11.91 | 3.72 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nick Hundley | SF | $2,000 | 8.84 | 4.42 |
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $2,400 | 10.29 | 4.29 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,200 | 9.26 | 4.21 |
| Chance Sisco | BAL | $2,200 | 8.98 | 4.08 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,400 | 12.71 | 2.89 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $4,000 | 11.60 | 2.90 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,100 | 11.15 | 3.60 |
| Josh Harrison | LAD | $3,500 | 10.54 | 3.01 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $2,400 | 9.79 | 4.08 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,000 | 7.97 | 3.98 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,000 | 7.97 | 3.98 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,100 | 11.15 | 3.60 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,400 | 12.12 | 2.75 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,100 | 11.99 | 2.92 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,600 | 11.95 | 2.60 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,500 | 10.88 | 2.42 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.P. Crawford | HOU | $2,100 | 8.03 | 3.82 |
| Tzu-Wei Lin | BOS | $2,000 | 7.35 | 3.67 |
| Tzu-Wei Lin | BOS | $2,000 | 7.35 | 3.67 |
| Aledmys Díaz | KC | $2,300 | 8.06 | 3.50 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,900 | 12.47 | 2.54 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $4,100 | 11.42 | 0.00 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,600 | 11.20 | 3.11 |
| Christian Villanueva | SD | $2,500 | 11.00 | 4.40 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Villanueva | SD | $2,500 | 11.00 | 4.40 |
| Chase Headley | SD | $2,100 | 8.43 | 4.01 |
| Chase Headley | SD | $2,100 | 8.43 | 4.01 |
| Deven Marrero | BOS | $2,200 | 8.46 | 3.85 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,400 | 14.32 | 2.65 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,100 | 13.87 | 2.72 |
| Tommy Pham | WSH | $3,900 | 13.59 | 3.48 |
| George Springer | PIT | $3,900 | 12.94 | 3.32 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Guyer | LAA | $2,000 | 9.22 | 4.61 |
| Harrison Bader | WSH | $2,000 | 9.12 | 4.56 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $2,300 | 10.05 | 4.37 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $2,700 | 11.57 | 4.29 |
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.