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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 | Kyle Gibson |
| C/1B | Rhys Hoskins |
| 2B | Jonathan Schoop |
| SS | Corey Seager |
| 3B | Eugenio Suárez |
| OF One | Jake Cave |
| OF Two | Gerardo Parra |
| OF Three | Keon Broxton |
| Util | Charlie Blackmon |
| Salary | $30,700 |
| Expected Points | 117.2 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,500 | 42.37 | 4.03 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $9,600 | 41.29 | 4.30 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $10,300 | 34.29 | 3.33 |
| David Price | BOS | $9,100 | 33.84 | 3.72 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Gibson | OAK | $6,100 | 28.11 | 4.61 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $9,600 | 41.29 | 4.30 |
| Tyler Mahle | PHI | $7,400 | 31.10 | 4.20 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,500 | 42.37 | 4.03 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,500 | 12.67 | 2.81 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $2,900 | 11.17 | 3.85 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,100 | 11.14 | 2.72 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $3,800 | 11.06 | 2.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neil Walker | CLE | $2,200 | 9.14 | 4.16 |
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,300 | 9.48 | 4.12 |
| Andrew Knapp | HOU | $2,500 | 10.14 | 4.06 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $2,300 | 9.17 | 3.99 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,800 | 11.37 | 2.99 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,200 | 10.88 | 3.40 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $3,400 | 10.85 | 3.19 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $4,000 | 10.79 | 2.70 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,200 | 9.45 | 4.30 |
| Josh Harrison | LAD | $2,400 | 9.37 | 3.90 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,100 | 8.18 | 3.89 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,400 | 9.17 | 3.82 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,300 | 12.61 | 2.93 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,400 | 11.82 | 2.69 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,000 | 11.67 | 2.92 |
| Jorge Polanco | OAK | $4,100 | 11.49 | 2.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,100 | 8.60 | 4.10 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,000 | 8.03 | 4.02 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,100 | 7.94 | 3.78 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $2,200 | 7.75 | 3.52 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,600 | 14.29 | 3.11 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,000 | 13.26 | 3.31 |
| Eugenio Suárez | PHI | $3,500 | 11.94 | 3.41 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $3,700 | 11.23 | 3.03 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Anderson | ARZ | $2,500 | 9.38 | 3.75 |
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $2,100 | 7.77 | 3.70 |
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,400 | 8.73 | 3.64 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,400 | 8.69 | 3.62 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 15.45 | 3.22 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,700 | 14.96 | 3.18 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $3,700 | 14.78 | 3.99 |
| David Dahl | TB | $4,100 | 14.11 | 3.44 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Cave | DET | $2,300 | 10.26 | 4.46 |
| Gerardo Parra | TB | $2,200 | 9.72 | 4.42 |
| Keon Broxton | CLE | $2,100 | 9.16 | 4.36 |
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $2,200 | 9.60 | 4.36 |
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.