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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 | Max Scherzer |
| P Two | Zack Greinke |
| C | Kevin Plawecki |
| 1B | Kendrys Morales |
| 2B | Rougned Odor |
| SS | Marcus Semien |
| 3B | Travis Shaw |
| OF One | Nelson Cruz |
| OF Two | Khris Davis |
| OF Three | Kyle Schwarber |
| Salary | $49,900 |
| Expected Points | 113.91 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $12,000 | 24.50 | 2.04 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $11,000 | 23.06 | 2.10 |
| Lucas Giolito | MIN | $11,200 | 22.25 | 1.99 |
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $9,000 | 18.95 | 2.11 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Matz | CIN | $6,800 | 15.00 | 2.21 |
| Zach Davies | CLE | $6,700 | 14.73 | 2.20 |
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $9,000 | 18.95 | 2.11 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $11,000 | 23.06 | 2.10 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,600 | 8.21 | 1.78 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $4,200 | 7.50 | 1.79 |
| Omar Narváez | MIN | $4,200 | 7.37 | 1.76 |
| Christian Vázquez | BOS | $6,800 | 7.20 | 1.06 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cam Gallagher | NYY | $2,100 | 4.89 | 2.33 |
| Kevin Plawecki | CIN | $2,900 | 6.34 | 2.18 |
| Kevan Smith | MIN | $3,300 | 7.10 | 2.15 |
| Aramis Garcia | SF | $2,800 | 5.75 | 2.05 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Bell | LAD | $5,800 | 9.66 | 1.66 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,900 | 9.28 | 1.89 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,600 | 9.02 | 1.61 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,600 | 8.79 | 1.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,900 | 7.54 | 2.60 |
| Rowdy Tellez | KC | $3,000 | 7.38 | 2.46 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $3,600 | 8.65 | 2.40 |
| Niko Goodrum | CHW | $3,700 | 8.29 | 2.24 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $5,300 | 8.84 | 1.67 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $5,200 | 8.81 | 1.69 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,000 | 8.20 | 2.05 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $3,700 | 7.95 | 2.15 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,300 | 7.92 | 2.40 |
| Shed Long | PHI | $3,300 | 7.40 | 2.24 |
| Gordon Beckham | TEX | $2,900 | 6.43 | 2.22 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $3,700 | 7.95 | 2.15 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,500 | 10.11 | 1.84 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $5,600 | 9.28 | 1.66 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $4,800 | 9.09 | 1.89 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,700 | 8.99 | 1.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $4,200 | 8.93 | 2.13 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,900 | 6.08 | 2.10 |
| Paul DeJong | WSH | $4,200 | 8.38 | 1.99 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $4,300 | 8.39 | 1.95 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $5,600 | 10.26 | 1.83 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,400 | 9.02 | 1.67 |
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $4,900 | 8.92 | 1.82 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,500 | 8.91 | 1.62 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,400 | 7.22 | 3.01 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,700 | 8.36 | 2.26 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $3,600 | 8.01 | 2.22 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $3,400 | 7.34 | 2.16 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,900 | 11.46 | 1.94 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,800 | 11.36 | 1.96 |
| Aaron Hicks | DET | $4,700 | 9.97 | 2.12 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $4,200 | 9.95 | 2.37 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $4,200 | 9.95 | 2.37 |
| Kevin Pillar | KC | $2,800 | 6.59 | 2.35 |
| Kyle Schwarber | ATL | $3,700 | 8.66 | 2.34 |
| Mac Williamson | SF | $3,300 | 7.64 | 2.32 |
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.