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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 | Chris Sale |
| C | Luke Maile |
| 1B | John Hicks |
| 2B | Robinson Canó |
| SS | Trea Turner |
| 3B | Anthony Rendon |
| OF One | Nick Williams |
| OF Two | J.D. Martinez |
| OF Three | Adam Eaton |
| Salary | $49,200 |
| Expected Points | 104.76 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,000 | 24.68 | 2.24 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,700 | 20.62 | 1.93 |
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $10,100 | 20.29 | 2.01 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $11,400 | 19.95 | 1.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dylan Bundy | BAL | $6,000 | 13.52 | 2.25 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,000 | 24.68 | 2.24 |
| Zach Davies | CLE | $5,800 | 12.35 | 2.13 |
| Dallas Keuchel | PIT | $7,200 | 15.16 | 2.11 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,300 | 8.41 | 1.96 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $3,600 | 7.75 | 2.15 |
| Chance Sisco | BAL | $4,300 | 7.67 | 1.78 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,300 | 7.62 | 1.77 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Maile | KC | $2,000 | 5.25 | 2.63 |
| Welington Castillo | MIN | $2,800 | 6.92 | 2.47 |
| Yan Gomes | LAA | $2,500 | 5.88 | 2.35 |
| Max Stassi | PIT | $2,300 | 5.32 | 2.31 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,100 | 8.99 | 1.76 |
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $4,600 | 8.85 | 1.92 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $5,000 | 8.84 | 1.77 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $4,500 | 8.81 | 1.96 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Hicks | CHW | $2,300 | 5.36 | 2.33 |
| Miguel Cabrera | CHW | $2,900 | 6.62 | 2.28 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,000 | 8.38 | 2.09 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $3,900 | 8.15 | 2.09 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $5,000 | 9.27 | 1.85 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $4,700 | 8.83 | 1.88 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,600 | 8.82 | 1.92 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $4,200 | 8.56 | 2.04 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $3,100 | 7.11 | 2.29 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $3,600 | 7.79 | 2.16 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,900 | 6.23 | 2.15 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $3,200 | 6.82 | 2.13 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,700 | 9.70 | 2.06 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,900 | 9.64 | 1.97 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,800 | 9.34 | 1.95 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,300 | 8.93 | 2.08 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $3,600 | 7.56 | 2.10 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,300 | 8.93 | 2.08 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,700 | 9.70 | 2.06 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,700 | 5.50 | 2.04 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $5,300 | 9.63 | 1.82 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,100 | 9.59 | 1.88 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,600 | 9.47 | 2.06 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $5,000 | 9.31 | 1.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,200 | 8.92 | 2.12 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,600 | 9.47 | 2.06 |
| Maikel Franco | HOU | $3,500 | 7.20 | 2.06 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,500 | 9.19 | 2.04 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,900 | 11.67 | 1.98 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,800 | 10.31 | 1.78 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,600 | 9.72 | 1.74 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,100 | 9.47 | 1.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nick Williams | HOU | $2,300 | 5.61 | 2.44 |
| Albert Almora Jr. | ATL | $2,900 | 6.60 | 2.28 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $3,700 | 8.29 | 2.24 |
| Jon Jay | ATL | $3,100 | 6.86 | 2.21 |
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.