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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 | Kendrys Morales |
| 2B | Rougned Odor |
| SS | Francisco Lindor |
| 3B | Renato Núñez |
| OF One | Tony Kemp |
| OF Two | Jake Marisnick |
| OF Three | Kyle Schwarber |
| Util | Luke Voit |
| Salary | $32,200 |
| Expected Points | 125.41 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $10,500 | 42.52 | 4.05 |
| David Price | BOS | $10,000 | 37.89 | 3.79 |
| Brad Peacock | PIT | $7,800 | 32.78 | 4.20 |
| Luke Weaver | WSH | $9,600 | 32.29 | 3.36 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Peacock | PIT | $7,800 | 32.78 | 4.20 |
| Jake Arrieta | ATL | $7,400 | 30.33 | 4.10 |
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $10,500 | 42.52 | 4.05 |
| J.A. Happ | KC | $8,300 | 31.85 | 3.84 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Voit | WSH | $3,800 | 12.36 | 3.25 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,200 | 12.01 | 2.86 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,000 | 11.76 | 2.94 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,200 | 11.11 | 2.65 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,200 | 9.83 | 4.47 |
| Steve Pearce | KC | $2,100 | 8.35 | 3.98 |
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,400 | 9.54 | 3.98 |
| Austin Hedges | SD | $2,200 | 8.70 | 3.95 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,900 | 10.70 | 3.69 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,100 | 10.47 | 3.38 |
| Dee Gordon | TEX | $2,800 | 9.96 | 3.56 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,700 | 9.82 | 2.65 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,100 | 8.89 | 4.23 |
| Hanser Alberto | TOR | $2,100 | 8.20 | 3.91 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $2,500 | 9.29 | 3.71 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,900 | 10.70 | 3.69 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,700 | 11.67 | 3.15 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,300 | 11.65 | 2.71 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,000 | 11.42 | 2.86 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $3,900 | 11.24 | 2.88 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,400 | 9.56 | 3.98 |
| Richard Ureña | KC | $2,000 | 7.46 | 3.73 |
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $2,500 | 9.31 | 3.72 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,200 | 7.87 | 3.58 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,300 | 13.09 | 3.04 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,200 | 11.95 | 2.85 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,100 | 11.88 | 2.90 |
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $3,800 | 11.73 | 3.09 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renato Núñez | SEA | $2,200 | 9.33 | 4.24 |
| Todd Frazier | DET | $2,100 | 8.50 | 4.05 |
| J.D. Davis | PIT | $2,300 | 9.00 | 3.91 |
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,700 | 9.39 | 3.48 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,900 | 14.28 | 2.91 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,500 | 13.66 | 3.04 |
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $4,200 | 13.33 | 3.17 |
| Aaron Hicks | DET | $3,400 | 11.99 | 3.53 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tony Kemp | PIT | $2,000 | 8.65 | 4.32 |
| Jake Marisnick | PIT | $2,200 | 9.33 | 4.24 |
| Kyle Schwarber | ATL | $2,700 | 11.02 | 4.08 |
| Joey Rickard | BAL | $2,100 | 8.33 | 3.97 |
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.