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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 | Dinelson Lamet |
| C/1B | Freddie Freeman |
| 2B | Jason Kipnis |
| SS | Paul DeJong |
| 3B | Yoán Moncada |
| OF One | César Puello |
| OF Two | Mike Tauchman |
| OF Three | Victor Reyes |
| Util | Eric Thames |
| Salary | $29,800 |
| Expected Points | 118.17 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Boyd | CHW | $10,100 | 40.74 | 4.03 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $10,500 | 39.25 | 3.74 |
| Hyun-Jin Ryu | STL | $10,800 | 37.54 | 3.48 |
| Brandon Woodruff | CLE | $9,800 | 32.84 | 3.35 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinelson Lamet | SD | $5,500 | 26.47 | 4.81 |
| Reynaldo López | MIN | $6,600 | 30.17 | 4.57 |
| J.A. Happ | KC | $7,400 | 31.05 | 4.20 |
| Matthew Boyd | CHW | $10,100 | 40.74 | 4.03 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,400 | 13.01 | 2.96 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $3,300 | 12.70 | 3.85 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $4,600 | 12.54 | 2.73 |
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $4,100 | 12.45 | 3.04 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,200 | 9.58 | 4.35 |
| Rowdy Tellez | KC | $2,400 | 10.42 | 4.34 |
| Mike Ford | TEX | $2,000 | 8.39 | 4.20 |
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $2,800 | 11.51 | 4.11 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $2,900 | 11.16 | 3.85 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $3,100 | 10.83 | 3.49 |
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $2,600 | 10.29 | 3.96 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,700 | 9.98 | 3.70 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,200 | 8.82 | 4.01 |
| Brock Holt | BOS | $2,400 | 9.56 | 3.98 |
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $2,600 | 10.29 | 3.96 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $2,900 | 11.16 | 3.85 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,100 | 13.16 | 3.21 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,000 | 12.80 | 3.20 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,200 | 11.79 | 2.81 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,100 | 11.67 | 2.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,200 | 9.34 | 4.24 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,000 | 7.63 | 3.82 |
| Yairo Muñoz | WSH | $2,400 | 9.01 | 3.75 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,900 | 10.47 | 3.61 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,200 | 13.01 | 3.10 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,300 | 12.69 | 2.95 |
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $3,700 | 12.42 | 3.36 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $4,300 | 12.03 | 2.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,000 | 11.19 | 3.73 |
| José Osuna | LAD | $2,800 | 10.17 | 3.63 |
| Danny Santana | NYM | $3,100 | 11.24 | 3.63 |
| Asdrúbal Cabrera | CIN | $2,700 | 9.61 | 3.56 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,900 | 16.10 | 3.29 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,500 | 15.85 | 3.52 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,200 | 13.41 | 3.19 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,700 | 13.36 | 2.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Tauchman | TB | $2,100 | 9.90 | 4.71 |
| Victor Reyes | CHW | $2,000 | 9.32 | 4.66 |
| Melky Cabrera | NYY | $2,300 | 10.00 | 4.35 |
| Tyler O’Neill | WSH | $2,300 | 9.99 | 4.34 |
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.