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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 DraftKings Optimizer.
| P One | Spencer Turnbull |
| P Two | Justin Verlander |
| C | Danny Jansen |
| 1B | Yonder Alonso |
| 2B | Starlin Castro |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Matt Chapman |
| OF One | David Dahl |
| OF Two | Yasiel Puig |
| OF Three | Aaron Hicks |
| Salary | $48,400 |
| Expected Points | 107.79 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,200 | 23.85 | 2.13 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $9,800 | 20.99 | 2.14 |
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $8,600 | 19.91 | 2.32 |
| German Márquez | TB | $9,200 | 19.77 | 2.15 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer Turnbull | CHW | $6,900 | 16.49 | 2.39 |
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $8,600 | 19.91 | 2.32 |
| Brandon Woodruff | CLE | $6,600 | 14.54 | 2.20 |
| German Márquez | TB | $9,200 | 19.77 | 2.15 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $5,200 | 8.49 | 1.63 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,500 | 7.95 | 1.77 |
| Jorge Alfaro | HOU | $3,700 | 7.23 | 1.95 |
| Willson Contreras | ATL | $4,900 | 7.08 | 1.44 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Jansen | KC | $2,300 | 5.54 | 2.41 |
| Martín Maldonado | MIL | $2,200 | 5.27 | 2.40 |
| Yan Gomes | LAA | $2,900 | 6.40 | 2.21 |
| Curt Casali | MIL | $2,900 | 6.14 | 2.12 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,700 | 9.77 | 1.71 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $4,700 | 9.63 | 2.05 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $5,300 | 9.52 | 1.80 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $4,900 | 8.83 | 1.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yonder Alonso | TEX | $2,900 | 6.95 | 2.40 |
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,800 | 6.68 | 2.38 |
| Steve Pearce | KC | $2,700 | 6.39 | 2.37 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $3,300 | 7.58 | 2.30 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $4,300 | 9.41 | 2.19 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $4,800 | 8.93 | 1.86 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,200 | 8.77 | 2.09 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,500 | 8.57 | 1.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,700 | 6.88 | 2.55 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,500 | 5.96 | 2.38 |
| José Rondón | SD | $2,900 | 6.80 | 2.34 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,800 | 6.51 | 2.33 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $5,600 | 11.43 | 2.04 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,600 | 9.24 | 2.01 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,600 | 8.92 | 1.94 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,900 | 8.73 | 1.78 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Iglesias | CHW | $3,200 | 6.83 | 2.13 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $5,600 | 11.43 | 2.04 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,600 | 9.24 | 2.01 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $4,200 | 8.29 | 1.97 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,700 | 10.91 | 1.91 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,500 | 9.14 | 1.66 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $4,300 | 9.06 | 2.11 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $5,200 | 9.02 | 1.73 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,700 | 8.33 | 2.25 |
| Dawel Lugo | CHW | $3,000 | 6.57 | 2.19 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $4,300 | 9.06 | 2.11 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $3,400 | 7.15 | 2.10 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,800 | 11.44 | 1.97 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,700 | 11.01 | 1.93 |
| David Dahl | TB | $4,600 | 9.93 | 2.16 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $5,100 | 9.39 | 1.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Randal Grichuk | WSH | $3,500 | 7.97 | 2.28 |
| Aaron Hicks | DET | $4,100 | 9.30 | 2.27 |
| Billy Hamilton | PHI | $3,000 | 6.62 | 2.21 |
| Jackie Bradley Jr. | BOS | $2,700 | 5.97 | 2.21 |
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.