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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 | David Price |
| P Two | Justin Verlander |
| C | Andrew Knapp |
| 1B | Neil Walker |
| 2B | Robinson Canó |
| SS | Miguel Rojas |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Greg Allen |
| OF Two | Christian Yelich |
| OF Three | Curtis Granderson |
| Salary | $50,000 |
| Expected Points | 113.02 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $12,100 | 25.96 | 2.15 |
| Mike Minor | TOR | $10,400 | 22.22 | 2.14 |
| David Price | BOS | $9,100 | 22.19 | 2.44 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $10,400 | 18.42 | 1.77 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Price | BOS | $9,100 | 22.19 | 2.44 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $12,100 | 25.96 | 2.15 |
| Mike Minor | TOR | $10,400 | 22.22 | 2.14 |
| Julio Teheran | NYM | $8,000 | 15.81 | 1.98 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitch Garver | OAK | $5,100 | 9.57 | 1.88 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,200 | 8.63 | 2.05 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $3,900 | 8.15 | 2.09 |
| Stephen Vogt | CLE | $4,000 | 7.65 | 1.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Knapp | HOU | $2,400 | 5.59 | 2.33 |
| Austin Hedges | SD | $2,500 | 5.81 | 2.32 |
| Danny Jansen | KC | $2,700 | 6.07 | 2.25 |
| Kevin Plawecki | CIN | $2,700 | 5.74 | 2.12 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renato Núñez | SEA | $4,700 | 10.13 | 2.16 |
| Trey Mancini | BAL | $4,900 | 9.51 | 1.94 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,300 | 9.45 | 1.78 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,500 | 9.30 | 2.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neil Walker | CLE | $3,400 | 7.59 | 2.23 |
| Renato Núñez | SEA | $4,700 | 10.13 | 2.16 |
| Brandon Belt | SF | $3,700 | 7.87 | 2.13 |
| Justin Smoak | KC | $3,500 | 7.27 | 2.08 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,900 | 9.35 | 1.91 |
| Danny Santana | NYM | $5,000 | 9.06 | 1.81 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $4,500 | 8.98 | 1.99 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $5,000 | 8.88 | 1.78 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $3,100 | 7.42 | 2.39 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $3,600 | 8.26 | 2.30 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $3,300 | 7.20 | 2.18 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,700 | 7.97 | 2.15 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,700 | 9.72 | 2.07 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,600 | 9.61 | 2.09 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,500 | 8.97 | 1.99 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,900 | 8.85 | 1.81 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $3,300 | 7.74 | 2.35 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $3,400 | 7.54 | 2.22 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $3,900 | 8.34 | 2.14 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,600 | 9.61 | 2.09 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $5,200 | 10.12 | 1.95 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,400 | 9.54 | 1.77 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $5,000 | 9.41 | 1.88 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $5,100 | 8.97 | 1.76 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,100 | 8.90 | 2.17 |
| Johan Camargo | NYM | $3,300 | 7.11 | 2.15 |
| Brian Anderson | ARZ | $4,000 | 8.33 | 2.08 |
| Colin Moran | PIT | $3,600 | 7.22 | 2.01 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,700 | 12.66 | 2.22 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,900 | 11.29 | 1.91 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,800 | 10.06 | 1.74 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $4,900 | 9.49 | 1.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $3,300 | 7.49 | 2.27 |
| Nick Williams | HOU | $2,700 | 6.02 | 2.23 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,700 | 12.66 | 2.22 |
| Ender Inciarte | NYM | $3,000 | 6.63 | 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.