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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 | David Price |
| C/1B | Danny Jansen |
| 2B | Wilmer Flores |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Justin Turner |
| OF One | Keon Broxton |
| OF Two | Tyler Austin |
| OF Three | Mallex Smith |
| Util | Anthony Rendon |
| Salary | $32,500 |
| Expected Points | 126.35 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noah Syndergaard | CIN | $10,600 | 35.17 | 3.32 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $10,000 | 33.66 | 3.37 |
| David Price | BOS | $8,900 | 33.55 | 3.77 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,500 | 32.26 | 2.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinelson Lamet | SD | $6,900 | 29.73 | 4.31 |
| Chris Bassitt | SEA | $6,600 | 27.72 | 4.20 |
| Tanner Roark | CHC | $6,800 | 26.34 | 3.87 |
| Drew Smyly | ATL | $6,500 | 25.08 | 3.86 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,100 | 12.73 | 3.10 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,000 | 12.49 | 3.12 |
| Danny Santana | NYM | $3,600 | 12.38 | 3.44 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,600 | 12.30 | 3.42 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Jansen | KC | $2,100 | 9.07 | 4.32 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,600 | 10.74 | 4.13 |
| Tim Federowicz | PIT | $2,100 | 8.62 | 4.11 |
| Kyle Farmer | STL | $2,000 | 8.15 | 4.08 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,900 | 11.10 | 3.83 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,100 | 11.06 | 2.70 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,300 | 10.79 | 3.27 |
| Gleyber Torres | DET | $3,500 | 10.79 | 3.08 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,100 | 9.32 | 4.44 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,500 | 10.53 | 4.21 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $2,500 | 9.93 | 3.97 |
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,400 | 9.51 | 3.96 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,000 | 14.28 | 3.57 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,700 | 13.21 | 3.57 |
| Corey Seager | STL | $3,600 | 13.20 | 3.67 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,100 | 11.67 | 3.76 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johan Camargo | NYM | $2,200 | 8.68 | 3.95 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,100 | 11.67 | 3.76 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,400 | 8.86 | 3.69 |
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $2,300 | 8.49 | 3.69 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Turner | STL | $4,200 | 14.23 | 3.39 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,900 | 14.02 | 3.59 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,300 | 13.54 | 3.15 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $3,600 | 12.66 | 3.52 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Anderson | ARZ | $2,700 | 10.61 | 3.93 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,200 | 8.66 | 3.93 |
| Maikel Franco | HOU | $2,600 | 10.20 | 3.92 |
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,600 | 9.80 | 3.77 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 16.72 | 3.48 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,700 | 16.09 | 3.42 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,900 | 14.37 | 2.93 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,100 | 13.04 | 3.18 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keon Broxton | CLE | $2,100 | 10.16 | 4.84 |
| Tyler Austin | DET | $2,300 | 10.30 | 4.48 |
| Brian Goodwin | CHC | $2,700 | 11.21 | 4.15 |
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,300 | 9.40 | 4.09 |
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.