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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 | Kevin Gausman |
| C/1B | Tyler White |
| 2B | José Peraza |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Alex Bregman |
| OF One | Jace Peterson |
| OF Two | David Dahl |
| OF Three | Hunter Renfroe |
| Util | Anthony Rizzo |
| Salary | $31,500 |
| Expected Points | 120.61 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $10,700 | 37.07 | 3.46 |
| Lance Lynn | WSH | $10,500 | 35.43 | 3.37 |
| Wade Miley | BAL | $8,500 | 32.06 | 3.77 |
| Alex Wood | STL | $7,200 | 29.09 | 4.04 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Gausman | BAL | $6,300 | 25.97 | 4.12 |
| Martín Pérez | TOR | $7,000 | 28.25 | 4.04 |
| Alex Wood | STL | $7,200 | 29.09 | 4.04 |
| Zach Davies | CLE | $6,000 | 23.85 | 3.98 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 12.90 | 3.15 |
| Danny Santana | NYM | $3,700 | 12.78 | 3.45 |
| Trey Mancini | BAL | $3,900 | 12.55 | 3.22 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,000 | 11.97 | 2.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,400 | 10.68 | 4.45 |
| Danny Jansen | KC | $2,200 | 9.08 | 4.13 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $2,100 | 8.41 | 4.00 |
| Kyle Farmer | STL | $2,000 | 7.92 | 3.96 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,300 | 13.32 | 3.10 |
| Ryan McMahon | TB | $3,100 | 10.81 | 3.49 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,400 | 10.79 | 3.17 |
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,700 | 10.62 | 3.93 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,000 | 8.94 | 4.47 |
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,700 | 10.62 | 3.93 |
| David Bote | ATL | $2,200 | 8.54 | 3.88 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,200 | 8.42 | 3.83 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,100 | 14.23 | 3.47 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,200 | 12.62 | 3.94 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,000 | 12.32 | 3.08 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,800 | 11.94 | 3.14 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,100 | 8.57 | 4.08 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,200 | 12.62 | 3.94 |
| Johan Camargo | NYM | $2,400 | 8.49 | 3.54 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,100 | 7.41 | 3.53 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $3,800 | 13.73 | 3.61 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,100 | 12.58 | 3.07 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,200 | 12.51 | 2.98 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,000 | 12.20 | 3.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Osuna | LAD | $2,400 | 9.67 | 4.03 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $3,800 | 13.73 | 3.61 |
| Ryan Goins | KC | $2,500 | 9.03 | 3.61 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $3,200 | 11.23 | 3.51 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,300 | 15.04 | 3.50 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 14.88 | 3.10 |
| George Springer | PIT | $4,400 | 14.18 | 3.22 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,400 | 13.55 | 3.08 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jace Peterson | NYM | $2,300 | 9.60 | 4.17 |
| Wil Myers | SD | $2,500 | 10.14 | 4.06 |
| Roman Quinn | HOU | $2,100 | 8.47 | 4.03 |
| Keon Broxton | CLE | $2,400 | 9.44 | 3.93 |
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.