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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 | Chris Bassitt |
| C/1B | Nick Hundley |
| 2B | Jace Peterson |
| SS | Marwin González |
| 3B | Jake Lamb |
| OF One | Adam Eaton |
| OF Two | Joc Pederson |
| OF Three | Rhys Hoskins |
| Util | Paul Goldschmidt |
| Salary | $28,800 |
| Expected Points | 120.16 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $10,000 | 40.51 | 4.05 |
| Gio González | CHC | $9,200 | 35.06 | 3.81 |
| David Price | BOS | $8,300 | 34.96 | 4.21 |
| Jon Lester | ATL | $8,400 | 34.53 | 4.11 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Bassitt | SEA | $5,500 | 26.96 | 4.90 |
| David Price | BOS | $8,300 | 34.96 | 4.21 |
| Tyson Ross | TOR | $7,700 | 31.98 | 4.15 |
| Jon Lester | ATL | $8,400 | 34.53 | 4.11 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,500 | 13.43 | 2.98 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,800 | 12.80 | 3.37 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,800 | 12.80 | 3.37 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $3,400 | 11.81 | 3.47 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nick Hundley | SF | $2,300 | 10.59 | 4.60 |
| Sam Travis | BOS | $2,300 | 9.82 | 4.27 |
| Max Stassi | PIT | $2,500 | 10.02 | 4.01 |
| Chance Sisco | BAL | $2,100 | 8.38 | 3.99 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,500 | 14.45 | 3.21 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,100 | 13.01 | 3.17 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,200 | 11.04 | 3.45 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,200 | 11.04 | 3.45 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jace Peterson | NYM | $2,000 | 9.57 | 4.78 |
| Jace Peterson | NYM | $2,000 | 9.57 | 4.78 |
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,000 | 8.68 | 4.34 |
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,000 | 8.68 | 4.34 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,400 | 13.48 | 3.06 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,200 | 12.82 | 3.05 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,100 | 12.69 | 3.10 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,500 | 11.56 | 2.57 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,100 | 9.11 | 4.34 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,200 | 9.38 | 4.26 |
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $2,000 | 7.73 | 3.87 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,600 | 9.89 | 3.80 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,200 | 14.01 | 2.69 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $5,200 | 13.48 | 0.00 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,400 | 12.68 | 2.88 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,300 | 12.40 | 2.88 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,400 | 10.18 | 4.24 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,400 | 10.18 | 4.24 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,500 | 9.86 | 3.94 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,500 | 9.86 | 3.94 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,100 | 15.02 | 2.95 |
| Giancarlo Stanton | DET | $4,800 | 14.96 | 3.12 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,800 | 14.65 | 3.05 |
| George Springer | PIT | $4,100 | 13.53 | 3.30 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Eaton | CHC | $2,000 | 10.76 | 5.38 |
| Lonnie Chisenhall | LAA | $2,100 | 9.52 | 4.53 |
| Robbie Grossman | OAK | $2,100 | 9.27 | 4.41 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $3,000 | 13.02 | 4.34 |
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.