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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 | Tyler Anderson |
| C/1B | Christian Walker |
| 2B | Jonathan Villar |
| SS | Javier Báez |
| 3B | Kris Bryant |
| OF One | Aaron Altherr |
| OF Two | José Bautista |
| OF Three | Joc Pederson |
| Util | Anthony Rizzo |
| Salary | $30,200 |
| Expected Points | 120.03 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $12,000 | 45.19 | 3.77 |
| Masahiro Tanaka | DET | $10,200 | 35.36 | 3.47 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $8,900 | 33.22 | 3.73 |
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $9,300 | 32.71 | 3.52 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Anderson | TB | $6,300 | 28.96 | 4.60 |
| Marco Estrada | KC | $5,800 | 24.57 | 4.24 |
| James Shields | MIN | $6,800 | 27.26 | 4.01 |
| Matt Shoemaker | MIL | $7,400 | 28.23 | 3.81 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,000 | 12.71 | 3.18 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $3,600 | 11.89 | 3.30 |
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $3,000 | 11.60 | 3.87 |
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $3,000 | 11.60 | 3.87 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victor Martinez | CHW | $2,200 | 10.03 | 4.56 |
| Jim Adduci | CHW | $2,400 | 10.48 | 4.36 |
| Austin Wynns | BAL | $2,200 | 9.52 | 4.33 |
| Victor Caratini | ATL | $2,000 | 8.54 | 4.27 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,200 | 12.09 | 3.78 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,700 | 11.69 | 3.16 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,700 | 11.69 | 3.16 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,700 | 11.34 | 3.06 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| César Hernández | HOU | $2,300 | 9.41 | 4.09 |
| Breyvic Valera | WSH | $2,000 | 8.15 | 4.08 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,200 | 12.09 | 3.78 |
| José Pirela | SD | $2,000 | 7.43 | 3.72 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,000 | 12.59 | 3.15 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,000 | 12.59 | 3.15 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,400 | 12.31 | 2.80 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,700 | 11.41 | 3.08 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,100 | 9.36 | 4.46 |
| Charlie Culberson | NYM | $2,500 | 9.23 | 3.69 |
| Charlie Culberson | NYM | $2,500 | 9.23 | 3.69 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,200 | 7.64 | 3.47 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $3,800 | 12.01 | 3.16 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,800 | 11.67 | 2.43 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,800 | 11.67 | 2.43 |
| Eugenio Suárez | PHI | $3,500 | 11.64 | 3.32 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawel Lugo | CHW | $2,100 | 7.76 | 3.70 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $2,600 | 9.20 | 3.54 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $3,200 | 11.22 | 3.51 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,400 | 11.32 | 3.33 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,100 | 13.28 | 2.60 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,500 | 13.17 | 2.93 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,600 | 12.71 | 2.76 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,300 | 12.67 | 2.95 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Altherr | HOU | $2,000 | 10.00 | 5.00 |
| José Bautista | KC | $2,100 | 9.99 | 4.75 |
| José Bautista | KC | $2,100 | 9.99 | 4.75 |
| José Osuna | LAD | $2,000 | 8.77 | 4.39 |
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.