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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 | Stephen Strasburg |
| C/1B | Kevin Plawecki |
| 2B | Rougned Odor |
| SS | J.P. Crawford |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Phillip Ervin |
| OF Two | Jordan Luplow |
| OF Three | Mallex Smith |
| Util | Francisco Lindor |
| Salary | $33,300 |
| Expected Points | 135.12 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,900 | 47.30 | 3.97 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,800 | 46.28 | 4.29 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $11,000 | 36.78 | 3.34 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $10,600 | 36.31 | 3.43 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,800 | 46.28 | 4.29 |
| Tanner Roark | CHC | $6,600 | 27.40 | 4.15 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,900 | 47.30 | 3.97 |
| German Márquez | TB | $7,000 | 27.26 | 3.89 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $3,800 | 12.84 | 3.38 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,400 | 12.74 | 2.90 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $3,900 | 12.51 | 3.21 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $3,400 | 11.90 | 3.50 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Plawecki | CIN | $2,100 | 9.55 | 4.55 |
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,300 | 9.70 | 4.22 |
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $2,000 | 8.41 | 4.20 |
| Welington Castillo | MIN | $2,400 | 10.02 | 4.17 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,900 | 11.13 | 3.84 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,000 | 10.56 | 3.52 |
| Ryan McMahon | TB | $3,100 | 10.19 | 3.29 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,500 | 10.10 | 2.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Rondón | SD | $2,200 | 8.81 | 4.00 |
| Brock Holt | BOS | $2,500 | 9.91 | 3.96 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $2,300 | 9.01 | 3.92 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,900 | 11.13 | 3.84 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,700 | 13.61 | 2.90 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,000 | 13.34 | 3.34 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,200 | 13.24 | 3.15 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,300 | 13.05 | 3.03 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.P. Crawford | HOU | $2,400 | 10.53 | 4.39 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,200 | 8.87 | 4.03 |
| Yairo Muñoz | WSH | $2,200 | 8.68 | 3.95 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,400 | 9.27 | 3.86 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,800 | 14.24 | 2.97 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,500 | 13.85 | 3.08 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $3,900 | 13.26 | 3.40 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $3,600 | 12.36 | 3.43 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,400 | 10.02 | 4.18 |
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,100 | 8.60 | 4.10 |
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,300 | 9.44 | 4.10 |
| Yuli Gurriel | PIT | $3,000 | 11.36 | 3.79 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,300 | 14.10 | 3.28 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,600 | 13.81 | 3.00 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,200 | 13.46 | 3.20 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,700 | 12.91 | 2.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillip Ervin | PHI | $2,000 | 9.29 | 4.65 |
| Randal Grichuk | WSH | $2,700 | 10.73 | 3.97 |
| Yasiel Puig | STL | $2,800 | 10.69 | 3.82 |
| Ryan Cordell | MIN | $2,100 | 7.97 | 3.80 |
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.