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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 | Robbie Ray |
| C/1B | Paul Goldschmidt |
| 2B | Austin Nola |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Nolan Arenado |
| OF One | Tyler O’Neill |
| OF Two | José Martínez |
| OF Three | Tyler Austin |
| Util | Jonathan Villar |
| Salary | $34,200 |
| Expected Points | 136.18 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $11,100 | 40.75 | 3.67 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $10,600 | 40.01 | 3.77 |
| Matthew Boyd | CHW | $9,700 | 39.70 | 4.09 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $11,300 | 36.04 | 3.19 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Wood | STL | $7,500 | 32.74 | 4.37 |
| Kyle Gibson | OAK | $7,200 | 30.31 | 4.21 |
| Felix Peña | MIL | $6,500 | 27.33 | 4.20 |
| Mike Fiers | CHW | $8,100 | 33.52 | 4.14 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joc Pederson | STL | $3,600 | 11.79 | 3.28 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $3,900 | 11.74 | 3.01 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 11.58 | 2.83 |
| Danny Santana | NYM | $3,200 | 11.37 | 3.55 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ji-Man Choi | DET | $2,500 | 11.01 | 4.41 |
| Yonder Alonso | TEX | $2,400 | 9.96 | 4.15 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,600 | 10.34 | 3.98 |
| Mark Canha | SEA | $2,800 | 11.07 | 3.95 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,100 | 11.32 | 2.76 |
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,300 | 10.34 | 4.49 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $2,600 | 10.30 | 3.96 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,000 | 10.20 | 3.40 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,300 | 10.34 | 4.49 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $2,600 | 10.30 | 3.96 |
| Brock Holt | BOS | $2,500 | 9.79 | 3.92 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,300 | 8.88 | 3.86 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $3,600 | 13.67 | 3.80 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,200 | 13.36 | 3.18 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,400 | 13.21 | 3.00 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,000 | 12.51 | 4.17 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,000 | 12.51 | 4.17 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $2,200 | 9.02 | 4.10 |
| Ryan Goins | KC | $2,300 | 9.32 | 4.05 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $3,600 | 13.67 | 3.80 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $4,300 | 13.33 | 3.10 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,100 | 12.24 | 2.99 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $3,600 | 12.14 | 3.37 |
| Renato Núñez | SEA | $3,500 | 11.71 | 3.35 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Osuna | LAD | $2,200 | 9.00 | 4.09 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $3,200 | 11.47 | 3.58 |
| J.D. Davis | PIT | $2,400 | 8.56 | 3.57 |
| Gordon Beckham | TEX | $2,100 | 7.19 | 3.42 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 15.74 | 3.28 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,600 | 14.55 | 3.16 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,600 | 13.58 | 2.95 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $4,600 | 13.09 | 2.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler O’Neill | WSH | $2,300 | 10.96 | 4.77 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $2,600 | 11.90 | 4.58 |
| Tyler Austin | DET | $2,500 | 11.29 | 4.51 |
| Harrison Bader | WSH | $2,100 | 9.35 | 4.45 |
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.