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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 | Max Scherzer |
| C/1B | Matt Olson |
| 2B | José Altuve |
| SS | Corey Seager |
| 3B | Johan Camargo |
| OF One | Joc Pederson |
| OF Two | Nicky Delmonico |
| OF Three | Chris Taylor |
| Util | Matt Joyce |
| Salary | $35,000 |
| Expected Points | 145.24 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $11,500 | 51.21 | 4.45 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $11,400 | 49.88 | 4.38 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,000 | 42.00 | 3.82 |
| Jake Arrieta | ATL | $8,800 | 35.73 | 4.06 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eduardo Rodríguez | BOS | $7,100 | 32.01 | 4.51 |
| Michael Wacha | WSH | $6,600 | 29.77 | 4.51 |
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $11,500 | 51.21 | 4.45 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $11,400 | 49.88 | 4.38 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Olson | SEA | $2,900 | 13.40 | 4.62 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,900 | 13.17 | 3.38 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $3,900 | 13.02 | 3.34 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $3,800 | 12.72 | 3.35 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Olson | SEA | $2,900 | 13.40 | 4.62 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,200 | 9.95 | 4.52 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,200 | 9.95 | 4.52 |
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,400 | 9.91 | 4.13 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,400 | 13.10 | 2.98 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $4,100 | 12.83 | 3.13 |
| Jed Lowrie | SEA | $4,000 | 12.13 | 3.03 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,200 | 11.86 | 3.70 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,200 | 11.86 | 3.70 |
| Chase Utley | STL | $2,500 | 8.88 | 3.55 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,200 | 7.44 | 3.38 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,200 | 7.44 | 3.38 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,700 | 13.04 | 2.77 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,400 | 12.74 | 2.89 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $5,000 | 12.30 | 2.46 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,200 | 12.02 | 2.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $2,400 | 8.96 | 3.73 |
| Drew Robinson | TOR | $2,100 | 7.59 | 3.61 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,100 | 7.35 | 3.50 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,200 | 7.49 | 3.40 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,200 | 14.37 | 2.76 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $4,500 | 13.46 | 0.00 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $4,200 | 12.66 | 3.01 |
| Kyle Seager | TEX | $3,400 | 11.49 | 3.38 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johan Camargo | NYM | $2,200 | 10.00 | 4.54 |
| Johan Camargo | NYM | $2,200 | 10.00 | 4.54 |
| Danny Valencia | TEX | $2,200 | 8.38 | 3.81 |
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,100 | 7.71 | 3.67 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,200 | 15.30 | 2.94 |
| Tommy Pham | WSH | $4,100 | 14.08 | 3.43 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,000 | 13.40 | 2.68 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,900 | 13.23 | 2.70 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joc Pederson | STL | $2,200 | 10.35 | 4.70 |
| Nicky Delmonico | MIN | $2,400 | 10.90 | 4.54 |
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $2,800 | 12.44 | 4.44 |
| Rajai Davis | BOS | $2,100 | 9.32 | 4.44 |
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.