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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 | Hyun-Jin Ryu |
| C/1B | Yonder Alonso |
| 2B | Jason Kipnis |
| SS | Francisco Lindor |
| 3B | Travis Shaw |
| OF One | Nicky Delmonico |
| OF Two | Yasiel Puig |
| OF Three | Gregory Polanco |
| Util | Gary Sánchez |
| Salary | $32,500 |
| Expected Points | 123.79 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $11,300 | 34.88 | 3.09 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $10,700 | 34.87 | 3.26 |
| Hyun-Jin Ryu | STL | $9,600 | 34.75 | 3.62 |
| Noah Syndergaard | CIN | $10,400 | 33.98 | 3.27 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Fiers | CHW | $7,000 | 26.23 | 3.75 |
| Daniel Norris | CHW | $6,300 | 23.66 | 3.75 |
| Masahiro Tanaka | DET | $8,200 | 30.73 | 3.75 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $7,300 | 27.19 | 3.72 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,300 | 12.88 | 2.99 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $4,000 | 12.12 | 3.03 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 11.47 | 2.80 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,600 | 11.22 | 2.44 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yonder Alonso | TEX | $2,500 | 10.97 | 4.39 |
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $2,600 | 10.95 | 4.21 |
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,400 | 10.02 | 4.18 |
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,400 | 9.65 | 4.02 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,300 | 11.83 | 3.58 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,000 | 11.76 | 2.94 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,400 | 11.44 | 3.37 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,800 | 10.88 | 2.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $2,300 | 9.99 | 4.34 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,300 | 9.72 | 4.22 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $2,900 | 10.45 | 3.60 |
| Dee Gordon | TEX | $2,700 | 9.73 | 3.60 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,600 | 14.26 | 3.10 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,700 | 12.67 | 3.42 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,500 | 12.50 | 2.78 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,200 | 11.39 | 2.71 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,000 | 8.23 | 4.12 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,300 | 8.81 | 3.83 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,200 | 8.31 | 3.78 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,200 | 8.20 | 3.73 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,800 | 14.45 | 3.01 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,300 | 12.44 | 2.89 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,700 | 12.13 | 3.28 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,300 | 11.89 | 3.60 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,300 | 10.11 | 4.40 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,300 | 9.47 | 4.12 |
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,200 | 8.98 | 4.08 |
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $2,000 | 8.13 | 4.07 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 14.77 | 3.08 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,900 | 14.12 | 2.88 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,400 | 13.43 | 3.05 |
| Andrew Benintendi | BOS | $4,000 | 12.69 | 3.17 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicky Delmonico | MIN | $2,300 | 10.01 | 4.35 |
| Michael A. Taylor | CHC | $2,000 | 8.43 | 4.22 |
| Jackie Bradley Jr. | BOS | $2,300 | 9.47 | 4.12 |
| Ben Gamel | TEX | $2,400 | 9.80 | 4.08 |
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.