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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 | German Márquez |
| C/1B | Luke Voit |
| 2B | José Rondón |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Justin Turner |
| OF One | Ben Gamel |
| OF Two | Curtis Granderson |
| OF Three | Raimel Tapia |
| Util | David Dahl |
| Salary | $33,500 |
| Expected Points | 133.25 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,700 | 41.42 | 3.54 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $10,100 | 38.41 | 3.80 |
| German Márquez | TB | $8,200 | 36.74 | 4.48 |
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $9,500 | 36.52 | 3.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| German Márquez | TB | $8,200 | 36.74 | 4.48 |
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $8,100 | 34.07 | 4.21 |
| Spencer Turnbull | CHW | $7,700 | 30.96 | 4.02 |
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $9,500 | 36.52 | 3.84 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Voit | WSH | $4,200 | 12.83 | 3.05 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,600 | 12.62 | 2.74 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,800 | 12.25 | 3.22 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,400 | 11.45 | 2.60 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,500 | 10.12 | 4.05 |
| Neil Walker | CLE | $2,300 | 9.29 | 4.04 |
| Ji-Man Choi | DET | $2,500 | 10.02 | 4.01 |
| Curt Casali | MIL | $2,000 | 8.00 | 4.00 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,600 | 12.40 | 3.44 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,700 | 11.32 | 3.06 |
| Jurickson Profar | TOR | $3,100 | 10.29 | 3.32 |
| Aledmys Díaz | KC | $2,800 | 10.22 | 3.65 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Rondón | SD | $2,000 | 8.94 | 4.47 |
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,100 | 9.03 | 4.30 |
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,100 | 8.67 | 4.13 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,200 | 8.89 | 4.04 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,600 | 16.35 | 3.55 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,100 | 11.90 | 2.90 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,600 | 11.69 | 3.25 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,000 | 11.39 | 2.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,200 | 8.77 | 3.99 |
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,500 | 9.60 | 3.84 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,600 | 16.35 | 3.55 |
| Mike Freeman | ATL | $2,200 | 7.73 | 3.52 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,800 | 15.98 | 3.33 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,200 | 12.17 | 2.90 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,300 | 11.91 | 2.77 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $3,900 | 11.89 | 3.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Turner | STL | $3,000 | 11.03 | 3.68 |
| Dawel Lugo | CHW | $2,300 | 8.43 | 3.67 |
| Tommy La Stella | ATL | $3,000 | 10.98 | 3.66 |
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,400 | 8.78 | 3.66 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,800 | 15.07 | 3.14 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 14.73 | 3.07 |
| David Dahl | TB | $3,700 | 14.05 | 3.80 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,900 | 12.93 | 2.64 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Gamel | TEX | $2,200 | 9.97 | 4.53 |
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,500 | 10.55 | 4.22 |
| Derek Fisher | PIT | $2,000 | 8.35 | 4.17 |
| Raimel Tapia | TB | $3,100 | 12.79 | 4.12 |
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.