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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 | Carlos Carrasco |
| C/1B | Anthony Rizzo |
| 2B | Jason Kipnis |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Mac Williamson |
| OF Two | Jordan Luplow |
| OF Three | Yasiel Puig |
| Util | Francisco Lindor |
| Salary | $35,000 |
| Expected Points | 137.68 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $9,900 | 43.41 | 4.38 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $8,300 | 35.46 | 4.27 |
| Chris Bassitt | SEA | $9,500 | 31.15 | 3.28 |
| J.A. Happ | KC | $7,800 | 30.12 | 3.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $9,900 | 43.41 | 4.38 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $8,300 | 35.46 | 4.27 |
| J.A. Happ | KC | $7,800 | 30.12 | 3.86 |
| Wade Miley | BAL | $7,100 | 26.06 | 3.67 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,200 | 12.27 | 2.92 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,300 | 11.76 | 2.74 |
| Tyler Austin | DET | $2,900 | 11.69 | 4.03 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,000 | 11.50 | 2.88 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yonder Alonso | TEX | $2,400 | 10.24 | 4.26 |
| Neil Walker | CLE | $2,400 | 9.90 | 4.13 |
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,300 | 9.40 | 4.09 |
| Tyler Austin | DET | $2,900 | 11.69 | 4.03 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,700 | 11.44 | 3.09 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,800 | 10.93 | 2.88 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $3,400 | 10.79 | 3.17 |
| Jurickson Profar | TOR | $2,700 | 10.64 | 3.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $2,300 | 10.02 | 4.36 |
| Jurickson Profar | TOR | $2,700 | 10.64 | 3.94 |
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,200 | 8.11 | 3.68 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,100 | 7.53 | 3.59 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,600 | 14.39 | 3.13 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,500 | 12.87 | 2.86 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,500 | 12.59 | 3.60 |
| Andrelton Simmons | MIL | $3,200 | 10.69 | 3.34 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,500 | 12.59 | 3.60 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,100 | 7.54 | 3.59 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,300 | 8.11 | 3.52 |
| Thairo Estrada | DET | $2,400 | 8.03 | 3.35 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,800 | 15.53 | 3.24 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,300 | 12.38 | 2.88 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,400 | 12.36 | 3.64 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,200 | 11.97 | 3.74 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,200 | 11.97 | 3.74 |
| David Freese | LAD | $2,500 | 9.16 | 3.67 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,400 | 12.36 | 3.64 |
| Evan Longoria | SF | $3,200 | 11.47 | 3.58 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,700 | 15.26 | 3.25 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,400 | 13.84 | 3.14 |
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $4,600 | 12.24 | 2.66 |
| Kevin Pillar | KC | $3,400 | 11.69 | 3.44 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mac Williamson | SF | $2,300 | 11.47 | 4.99 |
| Jordan Luplow | LAD | $2,000 | 9.93 | 4.97 |
| Jarrod Dyson | TEX | $2,600 | 10.95 | 4.21 |
| Michael A. Taylor | CHC | $2,000 | 8.04 | 4.02 |
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.