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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 | Erick Fedde |
| C/1B | Freddie Freeman |
| 2B | Scooter Gennett |
| SS | Didi Gregorius |
| 3B | Josh Donaldson |
| OF One | Aaron Altherr |
| OF Two | David Dahl |
| OF Three | Hernán Pérez |
| Util | Paul Goldschmidt |
| Salary | $32,300 |
| Expected Points | 121.75 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,700 | 50.33 | 4.30 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $10,400 | 48.13 | 4.63 |
| David Price | BOS | $7,900 | 34.47 | 4.36 |
| Michael Wacha | WSH | $8,200 | 33.57 | 4.09 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erick Fedde | CHC | $5,500 | 26.13 | 4.75 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $10,400 | 48.13 | 4.63 |
| David Price | BOS | $7,900 | 34.47 | 4.36 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,700 | 50.33 | 4.30 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,900 | 12.52 | 2.56 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,200 | 12.48 | 2.97 |
| Eric Hosmer | NYY | $3,600 | 12.38 | 3.44 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 11.99 | 2.92 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Barnes | STL | $2,300 | 10.48 | 4.55 |
| Austin Barnes | STL | $2,300 | 10.48 | 4.55 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,300 | 10.06 | 4.37 |
| Chance Sisco | BAL | $2,200 | 9.58 | 4.35 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,000 | 12.49 | 3.12 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,700 | 12.19 | 3.29 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,800 | 11.35 | 2.99 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $3,900 | 11.15 | 2.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devon Travis | KC | $2,000 | 7.99 | 3.99 |
| José Pirela | SD | $2,600 | 10.36 | 3.98 |
| José Pirela | SD | $2,600 | 10.36 | 3.98 |
| Logan Forsythe | STL | $2,300 | 9.04 | 3.93 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manny Machado | BAL | $5,000 | 13.07 | 2.61 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $3,800 | 12.82 | 3.37 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,600 | 12.74 | 2.77 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,500 | 12.46 | 2.77 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,300 | 8.80 | 3.82 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,100 | 7.84 | 3.73 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,300 | 11.80 | 3.57 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,500 | 8.78 | 3.51 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,700 | 12.71 | 2.70 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $4,000 | 12.56 | 3.14 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $3,800 | 11.92 | 3.14 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $3,600 | 11.07 | 3.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deven Marrero | BOS | $2,100 | 8.35 | 3.98 |
| Luis Guillorme | CIN | $2,100 | 7.49 | 3.57 |
| Luis Guillorme | CIN | $2,100 | 7.49 | 3.57 |
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,000 | 6.96 | 3.48 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 14.83 | 3.09 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,400 | 14.22 | 2.63 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $5,300 | 14.14 | 2.67 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,900 | 13.76 | 2.81 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Altherr | HOU | $2,400 | 11.71 | 4.88 |
| David Dahl | TB | $2,300 | 11.16 | 4.85 |
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,100 | 9.75 | 4.64 |
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,100 | 9.75 | 4.64 |
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.