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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 | Tyler Skaggs |
| C/1B | Matt Adams |
| 2B | Ian Kinsler |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Anthony Rendon |
| OF One | Aaron Altherr |
| OF Two | Kyle Schwarber |
| OF Three | Jesse Winker |
| Util | Anthony Rizzo |
| Salary | $32,800 |
| Expected Points | 126.98 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyun-Jin Ryu | STL | $11,000 | 38.16 | 3.47 |
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $10,400 | 35.53 | 3.42 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,100 | 33.94 | 3.73 |
| Yu Darvish | STL | $8,900 | 32.80 | 3.69 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Skaggs | MIL | $7,400 | 31.11 | 4.20 |
| Jason Vargas | NYY | $5,800 | 23.54 | 4.06 |
| Kyle Gibson | OAK | $8,000 | 31.43 | 3.93 |
| Edwin Jackson | CHC | $5,700 | 21.76 | 3.82 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,600 | 13.38 | 2.91 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $4,200 | 12.75 | 3.04 |
| C.J. Cron | MIL | $3,900 | 12.16 | 3.12 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,200 | 12.15 | 2.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,200 | 10.94 | 4.97 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,700 | 11.43 | 4.23 |
| Grayson Greiner | CHW | $2,000 | 8.17 | 4.09 |
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,200 | 8.79 | 4.00 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $3,300 | 11.65 | 3.53 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,600 | 11.42 | 3.17 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,300 | 10.72 | 4.66 |
| Hanser Alberto | TOR | $3,100 | 10.40 | 3.35 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,300 | 10.72 | 4.66 |
| José Rondón | SD | $2,000 | 8.75 | 4.38 |
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $2,500 | 10.17 | 4.07 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $2,400 | 9.62 | 4.01 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,500 | 15.75 | 3.50 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,000 | 12.16 | 3.04 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,100 | 11.53 | 2.81 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,400 | 11.45 | 3.37 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,400 | 9.42 | 3.93 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,800 | 10.86 | 3.88 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,200 | 8.33 | 3.79 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,200 | 8.21 | 3.73 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,700 | 13.93 | 2.96 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,000 | 13.82 | 3.45 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,200 | 13.40 | 3.19 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $3,700 | 12.27 | 3.32 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,700 | 10.21 | 3.78 |
| Todd Frazier | DET | $2,600 | 9.76 | 3.75 |
| Brian Anderson | ARZ | $2,500 | 9.29 | 3.72 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,000 | 10.76 | 3.59 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,700 | 15.44 | 3.29 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 13.86 | 2.89 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,300 | 12.87 | 2.99 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,700 | 12.80 | 2.72 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Altherr | HOU | $2,000 | 8.31 | 4.15 |
| Tim Locastro | STL | $2,000 | 8.21 | 4.10 |
| Jesse Winker | PHI | $2,600 | 10.33 | 3.97 |
| J.D. Davis | PIT | $2,600 | 10.28 | 3.95 |
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.