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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 | Luis Castillo |
| P Two | Justin Verlander |
| C | Victor Caratini |
| 1B | Anthony Rizzo |
| 2B | Adam Rosales |
| SS | JT Riddle |
| 3B | Adam Rosales |
| OF One | Tommy Pham |
| OF Two | Billy McKinney |
| OF Three | Giancarlo Stanton |
| Salary | $49,700 |
| Expected Points | 139.74 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $12,300 | 25.91 | 2.11 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $11,800 | 22.37 | 1.90 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,000 | 19.50 | 1.77 |
| Luis Castillo | PHI | $8,600 | 18.12 | 2.11 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nick Pivetta | HOU | $7,400 | 16.34 | 2.21 |
| Lance Lynn | WSH | $7,000 | 15.43 | 2.20 |
| Marco Gonzales | TEX | $7,600 | 16.49 | 2.17 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $12,300 | 25.91 | 2.11 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,500 | 8.03 | 1.78 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $6,100 | 7.72 | 1.26 |
| Victor Caratini | ATL | $3,500 | 7.14 | 2.04 |
| Reese McGuire | KC | $3,400 | 6.40 | 1.88 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cam Gallagher | NYY | $2,800 | 6.35 | 2.27 |
| Christian Vázquez | BOS | $2,700 | 6.04 | 2.24 |
| Victor Caratini | ATL | $3,500 | 7.14 | 2.04 |
| Bryan Holaday | ARZ | $2,700 | 5.51 | 2.04 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 9.24 | 2.25 |
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $4,300 | 8.86 | 2.06 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,600 | 8.54 | 2.37 |
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $4,600 | 8.52 | 1.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,600 | 8.54 | 2.37 |
| Ryon Healy | TEX | $3,300 | 7.62 | 2.31 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 9.24 | 2.25 |
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $3,900 | 8.43 | 2.16 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $4,500 | 9.04 | 2.01 |
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $4,100 | 8.90 | 2.17 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,000 | 8.79 | 2.20 |
| Asdrúbal Cabrera | CIN | $4,200 | 8.62 | 2.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logan Forsythe | STL | $2,700 | 6.86 | 2.54 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,600 | 8.54 | 2.37 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $3,500 | 8.11 | 2.32 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,000 | 8.79 | 2.20 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,900 | 8.70 | 1.77 |
| José Peraza | PHI | $4,500 | 8.62 | 1.91 |
| Asdrúbal Cabrera | CIN | $4,200 | 8.62 | 2.05 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,300 | 8.58 | 1.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $3,700 | 8.30 | 2.24 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $3,400 | 7.60 | 2.24 |
| Jorge Polanco | OAK | $3,800 | 8.02 | 2.11 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $3,800 | 7.82 | 2.06 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $4,800 | 9.07 | 1.89 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,900 | 8.70 | 1.77 |
| Eugenio Suárez | PHI | $4,600 | 8.52 | 1.85 |
| Miguel Andújar | DET | $4,300 | 8.41 | 1.96 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $3,900 | 8.27 | 2.12 |
| Yangervis Solarte | SD | $3,500 | 7.13 | 2.04 |
| José Rondón | SD | $3,900 | 7.91 | 2.03 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $4,100 | 8.14 | 1.98 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tommy Pham | WSH | $4,600 | 39.04 | 8.49 |
| Giancarlo Stanton | DET | $4,900 | 10.78 | 2.20 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,700 | 10.15 | 1.78 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,100 | 9.45 | 1.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tommy Pham | WSH | $4,600 | 39.04 | 8.49 |
| Billy McKinney | DET | $3,600 | 9.29 | 2.58 |
| Kole Calhoun | MIL | $3,300 | 7.78 | 2.36 |
| Alex Gordon | NYY | $3,700 | 8.43 | 2.28 |
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.