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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 | Austin Barnes |
| 2B | Brian Dozier |
| SS | Chris Taylor |
| 3B | Anthony Rendon |
| OF One | Harrison Bader |
| OF Two | Matt Joyce |
| OF Three | Steven Souza Jr. |
| Util | José Martínez |
| Salary | $34,400 |
| Expected Points | 142.87 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $11,600 | 48.99 | 4.22 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,200 | 45.30 | 4.04 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,000 | 44.10 | 4.01 |
| Noah Syndergaard | CIN | $10,100 | 39.10 | 3.87 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $11,600 | 48.99 | 4.22 |
| Michael Wacha | WSH | $7,000 | 29.41 | 4.20 |
| Chad Kuhl | LAD | $6,600 | 26.95 | 4.08 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,200 | 45.30 | 4.04 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Martínez | WSH | $3,300 | 12.72 | 3.85 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,200 | 12.67 | 3.02 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $2,900 | 12.39 | 4.27 |
| Mitch Moreland | BOS | $3,400 | 11.35 | 3.34 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Barnes | STL | $2,400 | 11.01 | 4.59 |
| Austin Barnes | STL | $2,400 | 11.01 | 4.59 |
| Tyler Flowers | NYM | $2,100 | 9.10 | 4.33 |
| Ronald Guzman | TOR | $2,000 | 8.66 | 4.33 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,200 | 13.05 | 3.11 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,700 | 12.40 | 3.35 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,700 | 12.36 | 3.34 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $2,600 | 10.73 | 4.13 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $2,100 | 8.70 | 4.14 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $2,100 | 8.70 | 4.14 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $2,600 | 10.73 | 4.13 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,700 | 10.21 | 3.78 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Taylor | STL | $3,500 | 13.06 | 3.73 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,500 | 12.86 | 2.86 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,300 | 12.54 | 2.92 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,600 | 12.07 | 2.62 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,200 | 8.34 | 3.79 |
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $2,200 | 8.27 | 3.76 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $3,500 | 13.06 | 3.73 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,400 | 8.72 | 3.63 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | LAA | $4,500 | 12.74 | 0.00 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,800 | 12.36 | 3.25 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,400 | 11.67 | 2.65 |
| Todd Frazier | DET | $3,700 | 11.19 | 3.02 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,000 | 7.70 | 3.85 |
| Martín Prado | ARZ | $2,400 | 9.09 | 3.79 |
| Martín Prado | ARZ | $2,400 | 9.09 | 3.79 |
| Jedd Gyorko | WSH | $2,900 | 10.66 | 3.68 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,500 | 14.47 | 2.63 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,500 | 14.25 | 2.59 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,000 | 12.97 | 3.24 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,900 | 12.76 | 2.60 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrison Bader | WSH | $2,100 | 12.29 | 5.85 |
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $2,500 | 11.35 | 4.54 |
| Juan Lagares | CIN | $2,000 | 8.83 | 4.42 |
| Tyler Naquin | LAA | $2,000 | 8.57 | 4.28 |
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.