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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 DraftKings Optimizer.
| P One | Ross Stripling |
| P Two | Noah Syndergaard |
| C | Jett Bandy |
| 1B | Jesús Aguilar |
| 2B | Hernán Pérez |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Nolan Arenado |
| OF One | Matt Joyce |
| OF Two | Brett Gardner |
| OF Three | Hernán Pérez |
| Salary | $45,400 |
| Expected Points | 109.58 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $13,900 | 24.99 | 1.80 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $12,800 | 23.52 | 1.84 |
| Noah Syndergaard | CIN | $11,500 | 22.02 | 1.91 |
| Jon Lester | ATL | $8,800 | 18.40 | 2.09 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Stripling | STL | $4,400 | 12.72 | 2.89 |
| David Hess | BAL | $4,000 | 9.51 | 2.38 |
| David Price | BOS | $7,500 | 17.39 | 2.32 |
| Jeff Samardzija | SF | $6,400 | 14.11 | 2.20 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willson Contreras | ATL | $4,100 | 8.64 | 2.11 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,400 | 8.57 | 1.95 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $3,700 | 8.04 | 2.17 |
| Jett Bandy | CLE | $2,500 | 7.68 | 3.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jett Bandy | CLE | $2,500 | 7.68 | 3.07 |
| James McCann | CHW | $3,000 | 7.37 | 2.46 |
| Tyler Flowers | NYM | $2,600 | 6.16 | 2.37 |
| Chance Sisco | BAL | $3,000 | 7.06 | 2.35 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Braun | CLE | $4,700 | 10.28 | 2.19 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,600 | 10.01 | 2.18 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,600 | 9.56 | 2.08 |
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $3,800 | 9.55 | 2.51 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $3,800 | 9.55 | 2.51 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $3,000 | 7.24 | 2.41 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $3,500 | 8.30 | 2.37 |
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $3,300 | 7.79 | 2.36 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $5,200 | 10.32 | 1.98 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,400 | 9.98 | 2.27 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $5,000 | 9.89 | 1.98 |
| Asdrúbal Cabrera | CIN | $4,000 | 8.95 | 2.24 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $3,300 | 8.94 | 2.71 |
| David Bote | ATL | $2,500 | 6.61 | 2.64 |
| Chase Utley | STL | $3,200 | 8.27 | 2.58 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $3,000 | 7.10 | 2.37 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,900 | 10.64 | 2.17 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,600 | 10.22 | 2.22 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,400 | 10.14 | 1.88 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $4,500 | 9.64 | 2.14 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,600 | 6.23 | 2.39 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $3,300 | 7.70 | 2.33 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $4,000 | 9.30 | 2.32 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,600 | 5.88 | 2.26 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,500 | 12.48 | 2.27 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $5,300 | 10.88 | 2.05 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $4,400 | 9.46 | 2.15 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,300 | 9.01 | 2.10 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Bote | ATL | $2,500 | 6.61 | 2.64 |
| Martín Prado | ARZ | $2,700 | 6.56 | 2.43 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $3,700 | 8.58 | 2.32 |
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $3,600 | 8.25 | 2.29 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lorenzo Cain | NYY | $4,800 | 11.21 | 2.34 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,700 | 10.92 | 1.91 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,800 | 10.85 | 1.87 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $5,400 | 10.85 | 2.01 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $2,900 | 8.09 | 2.79 |
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $3,300 | 8.94 | 2.71 |
| Mikie Mahtook | CHW | $3,100 | 8.14 | 2.62 |
| Brett Gardner | DET | $3,600 | 8.94 | 2.48 |
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.