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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 | Charlie Morton |
| P Two | Patrick Corbin |
| C | Chance Sisco |
| 1B | Tyler White |
| 2B | José Altuve |
| SS | Jordy Mercer |
| 3B | Alex Bregman |
| OF One | Juan Lagares |
| OF Two | Greg Allen |
| OF Three | J.D. Martinez |
| Salary | $49,800 |
| Expected Points | 106.57 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $11,300 | 20.59 | 1.82 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $10,000 | 20.13 | 2.01 |
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $10,600 | 19.13 | 1.80 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $8,800 | 18.86 | 2.14 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Paxton | TEX | $8,800 | 18.86 | 2.14 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $10,000 | 20.13 | 2.01 |
| David Price | BOS | $9,800 | 18.61 | 1.90 |
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $7,300 | 13.79 | 1.89 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitch Garver | OAK | $5,000 | 8.35 | 1.67 |
| Chance Sisco | BAL | $4,200 | 8.30 | 1.98 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,500 | 8.12 | 1.80 |
| Christian Vázquez | BOS | $4,200 | 7.77 | 1.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Stassi | PIT | $2,600 | 6.23 | 2.39 |
| Martín Maldonado | MIL | $2,700 | 6.08 | 2.25 |
| Yan Gomes | LAA | $2,900 | 6.20 | 2.14 |
| Austin Hedges | SD | $2,600 | 5.54 | 2.13 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $5,300 | 9.29 | 1.75 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $4,800 | 9.03 | 1.88 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,500 | 9.03 | 1.64 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,800 | 8.94 | 1.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,800 | 7.86 | 2.81 |
| John Hicks | CHW | $2,300 | 6.38 | 2.77 |
| Yadiel Rivera | ARZ | $2,200 | 5.72 | 2.60 |
| Miguel Cabrera | CHW | $3,400 | 7.93 | 2.33 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $4,500 | 9.74 | 2.17 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,900 | 9.70 | 2.49 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,200 | 9.10 | 2.17 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $4,600 | 8.44 | 1.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,900 | 9.70 | 2.49 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $2,900 | 7.21 | 2.49 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,800 | 6.87 | 2.45 |
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,700 | 6.42 | 2.38 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,200 | 10.06 | 1.93 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $5,400 | 9.80 | 1.82 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $5,300 | 9.72 | 1.83 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $5,600 | 9.62 | 1.72 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,300 | 5.76 | 2.51 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $3,000 | 6.56 | 2.19 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $3,600 | 7.56 | 2.10 |
| Paul DeJong | WSH | $3,700 | 7.69 | 2.08 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,700 | 10.08 | 2.14 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,400 | 9.51 | 1.76 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,300 | 9.34 | 2.17 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $5,600 | 8.82 | 1.58 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marwin González | PIT | $3,400 | 7.94 | 2.34 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $3,300 | 7.35 | 2.23 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,300 | 9.34 | 2.17 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,700 | 10.08 | 2.14 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,800 | 11.72 | 2.02 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,900 | 10.50 | 2.14 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,900 | 10.05 | 1.70 |
| George Springer | PIT | $5,100 | 9.79 | 1.92 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juan Lagares | CIN | $2,000 | 5.34 | 2.67 |
| Greg Allen | LAA | $3,000 | 7.98 | 2.66 |
| Victor Reyes | CHW | $3,100 | 7.69 | 2.48 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $4,000 | 8.92 | 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.