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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 | Sean Gilmartin |
| P Two | Chris Sale |
| C | Danny Jansen |
| 1B | Chris Davis |
| 2B | Tommy La Stella |
| SS | Francisco Lindor |
| 3B | Brandon Drury |
| OF One | David Peralta |
| OF Two | Khris Davis |
| OF Three | Justin Upton |
| Salary | $44,200 |
| Expected Points | 101.44 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Sale | BOS | $12,000 | 27.24 | 2.27 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $11,100 | 22.61 | 2.04 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $10,800 | 21.78 | 2.02 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,500 | 19.74 | 1.88 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Gilmartin | WSH | $4,000 | 10.58 | 2.65 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $12,000 | 27.24 | 2.27 |
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $8,000 | 17.31 | 2.16 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $11,100 | 22.61 | 2.04 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $5,200 | 8.71 | 1.68 |
| Willson Contreras | ATL | $9,200 | 7.98 | 0.87 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $4,200 | 7.96 | 1.90 |
| James McCann | CHW | $4,800 | 7.79 | 1.62 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Jansen | KC | $2,100 | 5.79 | 2.76 |
| Yan Gomes | LAA | $2,600 | 6.03 | 2.32 |
| Martín Maldonado | MIL | $2,700 | 5.90 | 2.19 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $3,100 | 6.71 | 2.17 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,900 | 9.25 | 1.89 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $9,800 | 8.98 | 0.92 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $4,700 | 8.81 | 1.88 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $5,200 | 8.64 | 1.66 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,200 | 5.48 | 2.49 |
| Yadiel Rivera | ARZ | $2,400 | 5.23 | 2.18 |
| Tyler White | PIT | $3,100 | 6.32 | 2.04 |
| Albert Pujols | MIL | $3,900 | 7.90 | 2.03 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $5,100 | 9.40 | 1.84 |
| Danny Santana | NYM | $5,000 | 8.98 | 1.80 |
| Tommy La Stella | ATL | $4,300 | 8.79 | 2.04 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $5,000 | 8.73 | 1.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,900 | 6.66 | 2.30 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,800 | 8.55 | 2.25 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $3,100 | 6.76 | 2.18 |
| Jurickson Profar | TOR | $3,600 | 7.74 | 2.15 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $8,400 | 9.49 | 1.13 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $5,100 | 9.33 | 1.83 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,600 | 9.17 | 1.99 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $5,200 | 9.12 | 1.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $3,800 | 8.39 | 2.21 |
| J.P. Crawford | HOU | $3,400 | 7.10 | 2.09 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $4,400 | 8.99 | 2.04 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $3,300 | 6.68 | 2.02 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $9,000 | 9.80 | 1.09 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,300 | 9.45 | 1.78 |
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $5,000 | 9.11 | 1.82 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,700 | 9.06 | 1.93 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,900 | 6.96 | 2.40 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,500 | 8.25 | 2.36 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,500 | 5.72 | 2.29 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $4,200 | 8.99 | 2.14 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,800 | 12.51 | 2.16 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,900 | 11.75 | 1.99 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,000 | 10.17 | 2.03 |
| Max Kepler | OAK | $5,000 | 9.53 | 1.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Upton | MIL | $4,100 | 9.44 | 2.30 |
| Randal Grichuk | WSH | $3,200 | 7.35 | 2.30 |
| Billy McKinney | DET | $2,800 | 6.37 | 2.27 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $4,100 | 9.14 | 2.23 |
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.