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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 | Danny Duffy |
| C/1B | Tyler Austin |
| 2B | Derek Dietrich |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Kelvin Gutierrez |
| OF One | Tyler Naquin |
| OF Two | Mallex Smith |
| OF Three | Randal Grichuk |
| Util | Anthony Rizzo |
| Salary | $31,200 |
| Expected Points | 123.7 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,100 | 42.55 | 3.83 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $9,600 | 34.72 | 3.62 |
| Zach Eflin | HOU | $8,500 | 30.45 | 3.58 |
| Danny Duffy | NYY | $6,900 | 30.21 | 4.38 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Duffy | NYY | $6,900 | 30.21 | 4.38 |
| Anthony DeSclafani | PHI | $6,300 | 26.55 | 4.21 |
| Cole Hamels | TOR | $7,200 | 29.68 | 4.12 |
| Daniel Norris | CHW | $6,100 | 24.21 | 3.97 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,700 | 15.00 | 3.19 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,400 | 13.17 | 2.99 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,200 | 12.04 | 2.87 |
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $3,500 | 11.88 | 3.39 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Austin | DET | $2,300 | 11.09 | 4.82 |
| Rowdy Tellez | KC | $2,400 | 10.12 | 4.22 |
| Martín Prado | ARZ | $2,100 | 8.12 | 3.87 |
| Mark Reynolds | TB | $2,700 | 10.31 | 3.82 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $2,800 | 11.41 | 4.08 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,900 | 10.18 | 3.51 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $2,900 | 10.11 | 3.49 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $3,800 | 9.85 | 2.59 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $2,800 | 11.41 | 4.08 |
| Tony Kemp | PIT | $2,300 | 8.56 | 3.72 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,400 | 8.94 | 3.72 |
| Brock Holt | BOS | $2,600 | 9.45 | 3.63 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,500 | 14.40 | 3.20 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,300 | 14.27 | 3.32 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,900 | 13.80 | 3.54 |
| Jorge Polanco | OAK | $4,000 | 12.16 | 3.04 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Freeman | ATL | $2,100 | 8.44 | 4.02 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,100 | 11.51 | 3.71 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,900 | 13.80 | 3.54 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $2,300 | 7.72 | 3.36 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,800 | 15.63 | 3.26 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $4,000 | 12.21 | 3.05 |
| David Bote | ATL | $3,400 | 12.15 | 3.57 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,300 | 11.83 | 3.59 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelvin Gutierrez | CHC | $2,100 | 9.34 | 4.45 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $2,900 | 11.15 | 3.85 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,300 | 8.57 | 3.72 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,100 | 11.40 | 3.68 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Schwarber | ATL | $3,900 | 14.42 | 3.70 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,700 | 13.33 | 2.84 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,200 | 13.11 | 3.12 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $3,600 | 12.87 | 3.57 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Naquin | LAA | $2,200 | 9.69 | 4.40 |
| Nick Williams | HOU | $2,000 | 8.76 | 4.38 |
| Terrance Gore | NYY | $2,000 | 8.35 | 4.17 |
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,600 | 10.64 | 4.09 |
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.