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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 | Jacob deGrom |
| C/1B | Freddie Freeman |
| 2B | Brian Dozier |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Cory Spangenberg |
| OF One | Robbie Grossman |
| OF Two | Steven Souza Jr. |
| OF Three | Gorkys Hernández |
| Util | Anthony Rizzo |
| Salary | $35,000 |
| Expected Points | 131.48 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $10,000 | 41.60 | 4.16 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,700 | 39.52 | 4.07 |
| Felix Hernandez | TEX | $6,200 | 34.21 | 0.00 |
| Jake Arrieta | ATL | $8,200 | 32.72 | 3.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $10,000 | 41.60 | 4.16 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,700 | 39.52 | 4.07 |
| Jake Arrieta | ATL | $8,200 | 32.72 | 3.99 |
| Tyson Ross | TOR | $7,900 | 31.33 | 3.97 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,900 | 13.35 | 2.72 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,200 | 13.19 | 3.14 |
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $3,600 | 12.23 | 3.40 |
| Eric Hosmer | NYY | $3,700 | 12.04 | 3.25 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Iannetta | TB | $2,300 | 9.68 | 4.21 |
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,200 | 9.18 | 4.17 |
| Welington Castillo | MIN | $2,200 | 9.17 | 4.17 |
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,200 | 9.18 | 4.17 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,700 | 13.62 | 3.68 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,100 | 11.72 | 2.86 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,900 | 11.54 | 2.96 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $3,600 | 11.36 | 3.16 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Asuaje | SD | $2,000 | 7.84 | 3.92 |
| Kolten Wong | WSH | $2,200 | 8.18 | 3.72 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,700 | 13.62 | 3.68 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,600 | 9.58 | 3.68 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $3,800 | 12.83 | 3.38 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,800 | 12.20 | 2.54 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $3,800 | 12.06 | 3.17 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,000 | 10.98 | 2.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $2,000 | 8.01 | 4.00 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $2,800 | 10.41 | 3.72 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,000 | 7.35 | 3.68 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,400 | 8.64 | 3.60 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,700 | 14.39 | 3.06 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,800 | 14.35 | 2.99 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $4,100 | 13.40 | 3.27 |
| Eugenio Suárez | PHI | $3,900 | 11.49 | 2.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,000 | 9.31 | 4.65 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,000 | 9.31 | 4.65 |
| Hunter Dozier | NYY | $2,000 | 7.90 | 3.95 |
| Hunter Dozier | NYY | $2,000 | 7.90 | 3.95 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,200 | 13.63 | 2.62 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,800 | 13.57 | 2.83 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $3,300 | 12.81 | 3.88 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,600 | 12.72 | 2.77 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbie Grossman | OAK | $2,000 | 8.65 | 4.33 |
| Gorkys Hernández | SF | $2,000 | 8.58 | 4.29 |
| Noel Cuevas | TB | $2,100 | 8.94 | 4.26 |
| Byron Buxton | OAK | $2,200 | 9.35 | 4.25 |
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.