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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 | Lance Lynn |
| P Two | Mike Clevinger |
| C | Jeff Mathis |
| 1B | Tyler White |
| 2B | José Peraza |
| SS | Jordy Mercer |
| 3B | Alex Bregman |
| OF One | David Peralta |
| OF Two | Aaron Judge |
| OF Three | Mallex Smith |
| Salary | $49,000 |
| Expected Points | 103.19 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $11,100 | 20.87 | 1.88 |
| Lance Lynn | WSH | $11,700 | 18.59 | 1.59 |
| Wade Miley | BAL | $9,100 | 16.99 | 1.87 |
| Alex Wood | STL | $8,000 | 15.38 | 1.92 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Wood | STL | $8,000 | 15.38 | 1.92 |
| Trevor Williams | LAD | $7,200 | 13.69 | 1.90 |
| Steven Matz | CIN | $7,700 | 14.50 | 1.88 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $11,100 | 20.87 | 1.88 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $4,100 | 8.05 | 1.96 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $4,400 | 7.91 | 1.80 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $7,600 | 7.86 | 1.03 |
| Willson Contreras | ATL | $8,400 | 7.43 | 0.88 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elias Díaz | LAD | $2,800 | 6.94 | 2.48 |
| Yan Gomes | LAA | $3,000 | 7.28 | 2.43 |
| Danny Jansen | KC | $3,000 | 6.88 | 2.29 |
| Max Stassi | PIT | $2,000 | 4.36 | 2.18 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Santana | NYM | $5,100 | 9.82 | 1.93 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $9,000 | 9.73 | 1.08 |
| Trey Mancini | BAL | $4,900 | 9.58 | 1.96 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,000 | 9.04 | 1.81 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,900 | 8.09 | 2.79 |
| Miguel Cabrera | CHW | $2,900 | 6.75 | 2.33 |
| Sam Travis | BOS | $3,100 | 7.17 | 2.31 |
| Brandon Belt | SF | $4,000 | 9.01 | 2.25 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $5,000 | 10.19 | 2.04 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $4,600 | 9.75 | 2.12 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,400 | 9.05 | 2.06 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,600 | 8.54 | 1.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,700 | 7.27 | 2.69 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,700 | 6.55 | 2.43 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,500 | 7.98 | 2.28 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $3,200 | 7.17 | 2.24 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $5,400 | 10.93 | 2.02 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,900 | 9.37 | 1.91 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,600 | 9.31 | 2.02 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,200 | 9.13 | 1.76 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,300 | 5.71 | 2.48 |
| Ryan Goins | KC | $3,000 | 6.92 | 2.31 |
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $3,500 | 7.76 | 2.22 |
| Andrelton Simmons | MIL | $3,300 | 6.98 | 2.12 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,600 | 10.36 | 2.25 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,100 | 9.49 | 1.86 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,200 | 9.47 | 1.82 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,200 | 9.31 | 2.22 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $2,800 | 6.51 | 2.32 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,600 | 10.36 | 2.25 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,200 | 9.31 | 2.22 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $3,500 | 7.14 | 2.04 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,800 | 11.54 | 1.99 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,600 | 11.11 | 1.98 |
| George Springer | PIT | $5,300 | 10.66 | 2.01 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,100 | 10.28 | 2.02 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Upton | MIL | $3,400 | 8.25 | 2.43 |
| Keon Broxton | CLE | $3,100 | 7.27 | 2.35 |
| JaCoby Jones | CHW | $3,200 | 7.39 | 2.31 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $3,900 | 8.88 | 2.28 |
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.