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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 | Zack Greinke |
| C/1B | Mark Canha |
| 2B | Derek Dietrich |
| SS | Alex Bregman |
| 3B | Matt Carpenter |
| OF One | Nelson Cruz |
| OF Two | Mac Williamson |
| OF Three | Aaron Hicks |
| Util | Didi Gregorius |
| Salary | $34,700 |
| Expected Points | 139.78 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $11,700 | 44.01 | 3.76 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $10,000 | 40.53 | 4.05 |
| Lucas Giolito | MIN | $11,400 | 40.25 | 3.53 |
| Kyle Gibson | OAK | $9,000 | 34.68 | 3.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $8,100 | 34.11 | 4.21 |
| Julio Teheran | NYM | $8,300 | 34.39 | 4.14 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $10,000 | 40.53 | 4.05 |
| CC Sabathia | DET | $7,400 | 29.14 | 3.94 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Bell | LAD | $4,500 | 12.75 | 2.83 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,300 | 12.24 | 2.85 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,300 | 11.67 | 2.71 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $2,900 | 11.46 | 3.95 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Canha | SEA | $2,500 | 11.28 | 4.51 |
| Rowdy Tellez | KC | $2,300 | 9.63 | 4.19 |
| Tyler Austin | DET | $2,500 | 10.23 | 4.09 |
| Kevan Smith | MIN | $2,300 | 9.17 | 3.99 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $3,900 | 11.64 | 2.98 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,900 | 11.58 | 2.97 |
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $3,100 | 11.04 | 3.56 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,900 | 10.47 | 3.61 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shed Long | PHI | $2,300 | 9.62 | 4.18 |
| José Rondón | SD | $2,000 | 7.84 | 3.92 |
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,300 | 8.71 | 3.79 |
| Tony Kemp | PIT | $2,300 | 8.57 | 3.73 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,500 | 13.63 | 3.03 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,100 | 13.21 | 3.22 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,400 | 12.11 | 2.75 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $3,000 | 11.99 | 4.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $3,000 | 11.99 | 4.00 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,400 | 11.72 | 3.45 |
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,300 | 7.48 | 3.25 |
| Niko Goodrum | CHW | $3,300 | 10.74 | 3.25 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,300 | 11.99 | 2.79 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,600 | 11.87 | 2.58 |
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $4,000 | 11.69 | 2.92 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,500 | 11.65 | 3.33 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,400 | 9.61 | 4.00 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,800 | 10.66 | 3.81 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $2,900 | 10.92 | 3.77 |
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,900 | 10.67 | 3.68 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,900 | 15.12 | 3.08 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 15.11 | 3.15 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $3,000 | 13.32 | 4.44 |
| Aaron Hicks | DET | $3,200 | 13.31 | 4.16 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $3,000 | 13.32 | 4.44 |
| Mac Williamson | SF | $2,300 | 10.06 | 4.38 |
| Terrance Gore | NYY | $2,000 | 8.65 | 4.33 |
| Tim Locastro | STL | $2,300 | 9.72 | 4.22 |
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.