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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 | Marcus Stroman |
| C/1B | Joc Pederson |
| 2B | Jason Kipnis |
| SS | Jonathan Villar |
| 3B | Nolan Arenado |
| OF One | Tyler O’Neill |
| OF Two | Phillip Ervin |
| OF Three | José Martínez |
| Util | Freddie Freeman |
| Salary | $32,700 |
| Expected Points | 123.76 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,500 | 41.67 | 3.62 |
| Zach Eflin | HOU | $9,300 | 38.63 | 4.15 |
| Luis Castillo | PHI | $9,600 | 36.21 | 3.77 |
| Marcus Stroman | KC | $7,400 | 31.74 | 4.29 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcus Stroman | KC | $7,400 | 31.74 | 4.29 |
| Zach Eflin | HOU | $9,300 | 38.63 | 4.15 |
| Austin Voth | CHC | $6,200 | 24.77 | 4.00 |
| Michael Pineda | OAK | $6,500 | 25.94 | 3.99 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,200 | 13.23 | 3.15 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $4,100 | 12.74 | 3.11 |
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $4,200 | 12.49 | 2.97 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $3,800 | 12.28 | 3.23 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Plawecki | CIN | $2,100 | 8.87 | 4.22 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,700 | 11.26 | 4.17 |
| Mark Canha | SEA | $2,800 | 11.53 | 4.12 |
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $2,800 | 11.48 | 4.10 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $3,700 | 11.62 | 3.14 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,000 | 11.34 | 2.83 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $3,300 | 11.09 | 3.36 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $3,300 | 10.84 | 3.28 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,700 | 10.18 | 3.77 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,200 | 7.96 | 3.62 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $2,600 | 9.39 | 3.61 |
| Brock Holt | BOS | $2,600 | 9.27 | 3.56 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,600 | 14.16 | 3.08 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,300 | 12.40 | 2.88 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,200 | 12.31 | 2.93 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,000 | 11.85 | 2.96 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,400 | 9.96 | 4.15 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $2,900 | 10.87 | 3.75 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,200 | 11.78 | 3.68 |
| J.P. Crawford | HOU | $3,000 | 10.66 | 3.55 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,500 | 14.19 | 3.15 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,100 | 13.61 | 3.32 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,200 | 13.45 | 3.20 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $3,900 | 12.27 | 3.14 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,500 | 9.80 | 3.92 |
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,500 | 9.69 | 3.88 |
| Eugenio Suárez | PHI | $2,700 | 10.40 | 3.85 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,700 | 9.75 | 3.61 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,500 | 14.64 | 3.25 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,700 | 14.27 | 3.04 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,400 | 13.99 | 3.18 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,100 | 13.68 | 2.68 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler O’Neill | WSH | $2,000 | 9.71 | 4.86 |
| Phillip Ervin | PHI | $2,100 | 9.64 | 4.59 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $2,300 | 10.22 | 4.44 |
| Ian Desmond | TB | $2,900 | 12.68 | 4.37 |
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.