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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 | Stephen Strasburg |
| P Two | Zack Wheeler |
| C | Travis d’Arnaud |
| 1B | Matt Olson |
| 2B | Tommy La Stella |
| SS | Marcus Semien |
| 3B | Travis Shaw |
| OF One | Juan Lagares |
| OF Two | Kyle Schwarber |
| OF Three | Khris Davis |
| Salary | $49,900 |
| Expected Points | 110.82 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $11,900 | 24.32 | 2.04 |
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $10,000 | 20.42 | 2.04 |
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $10,700 | 19.03 | 1.78 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $8,900 | 15.55 | 1.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $11,900 | 24.32 | 2.04 |
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $10,000 | 20.42 | 2.04 |
| Tyler Chatwood | ATL | $4,600 | 8.48 | 1.84 |
| Tyler Beede | SF | $6,200 | 11.07 | 1.78 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,700 | 9.76 | 2.08 |
| Travis d’Arnaud | CIN | $3,200 | 8.40 | 2.63 |
| Mitch Garver | OAK | $5,500 | 8.26 | 1.50 |
| Victor Caratini | ATL | $3,200 | 7.31 | 2.28 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis d’Arnaud | CIN | $3,200 | 8.40 | 2.63 |
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,800 | 6.66 | 2.38 |
| Victor Caratini | ATL | $3,200 | 7.31 | 2.28 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $3,000 | 6.80 | 2.27 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,400 | 10.16 | 1.88 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $4,800 | 8.98 | 1.87 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $4,300 | 8.80 | 2.05 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,600 | 8.79 | 1.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Olson | SEA | $4,100 | 8.77 | 2.14 |
| Miguel Cabrera | CHW | $3,200 | 6.79 | 2.12 |
| Tyler Austin | DET | $3,800 | 8.02 | 2.11 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $4,300 | 8.80 | 2.05 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $4,800 | 9.12 | 1.90 |
| Danny Santana | NYM | $5,100 | 8.85 | 1.73 |
| Tommy La Stella | ATL | $4,400 | 8.64 | 1.96 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,900 | 7.77 | 1.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,800 | 6.06 | 2.16 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,400 | 7.08 | 2.08 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,900 | 7.77 | 1.99 |
| Tommy La Stella | ATL | $4,400 | 8.64 | 1.96 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,900 | 9.38 | 1.91 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $5,000 | 9.29 | 1.86 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $4,100 | 8.51 | 2.07 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $4,500 | 8.28 | 1.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $3,000 | 6.57 | 2.19 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $4,100 | 8.51 | 2.07 |
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $3,500 | 7.01 | 2.00 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $3,800 | 7.56 | 1.99 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,100 | 9.49 | 1.86 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $4,900 | 9.05 | 1.85 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,600 | 8.99 | 1.95 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $5,000 | 8.93 | 1.79 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,700 | 7.75 | 2.87 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $2,600 | 6.17 | 2.37 |
| Colin Moran | PIT | $3,600 | 7.52 | 2.09 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $4,300 | 8.86 | 2.06 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,800 | 11.66 | 2.01 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,800 | 11.46 | 1.98 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,700 | 10.21 | 1.79 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,900 | 10.05 | 1.70 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juan Lagares | CIN | $2,100 | 5.50 | 2.62 |
| Kyle Schwarber | ATL | $3,600 | 9.41 | 2.61 |
| Carlos González | TB | $2,600 | 6.72 | 2.58 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $3,800 | 9.10 | 2.40 |
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.