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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 | Gerrit Cole |
| C/1B | Freddie Freeman |
| 2B | Ketel Marte |
| SS | Charlie Culberson |
| 3B | Matt Chapman |
| OF One | Gerardo Parra |
| OF Two | Jake Cave |
| OF Three | Jake Marisnick |
| Util | Mitch Garver |
| Salary | $34,900 |
| Expected Points | 136.57 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerrit Cole | LAD | $11,800 | 46.68 | 3.96 |
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $8,900 | 38.85 | 4.37 |
| Eduardo Rodríguez | BOS | $9,000 | 33.43 | 3.71 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $9,600 | 31.77 | 3.31 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $8,900 | 38.85 | 4.37 |
| Drew Pomeranz | BOS | $5,500 | 22.77 | 4.14 |
| Gerrit Cole | LAD | $11,800 | 46.68 | 3.96 |
| Eduardo Rodríguez | BOS | $9,000 | 33.43 | 3.71 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitch Garver | OAK | $3,200 | 13.77 | 4.30 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,200 | 13.11 | 3.12 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,200 | 12.67 | 3.02 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,000 | 12.21 | 3.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitch Garver | OAK | $3,200 | 13.77 | 4.30 |
| Kyle Higashioka | DET | $2,100 | 8.76 | 4.17 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,500 | 10.23 | 4.09 |
| Dustin Garneau | SEA | $2,000 | 8.09 | 4.04 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,300 | 12.67 | 3.84 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,300 | 12.07 | 2.81 |
| Niko Goodrum | CHW | $3,200 | 10.79 | 3.37 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,100 | 10.13 | 3.27 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brock Holt | BOS | $2,300 | 10.05 | 4.37 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,200 | 9.54 | 4.34 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,300 | 12.67 | 3.84 |
| Hanser Alberto | TOR | $2,600 | 9.91 | 3.81 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,100 | 12.91 | 3.15 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,400 | 12.79 | 2.91 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,900 | 12.64 | 3.24 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,100 | 12.53 | 3.06 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Culberson | NYM | $2,000 | 9.57 | 4.79 |
| Johan Camargo | NYM | $2,100 | 8.44 | 4.02 |
| Mike Freeman | ATL | $2,200 | 8.38 | 3.81 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $3,000 | 11.02 | 3.67 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $4,400 | 13.49 | 3.07 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $3,900 | 13.12 | 3.36 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,000 | 13.06 | 3.27 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,400 | 12.80 | 2.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,600 | 10.80 | 4.15 |
| Renato Núñez | SEA | $2,900 | 11.86 | 4.09 |
| Dawel Lugo | CHW | $2,000 | 7.57 | 3.79 |
| José Osuna | LAD | $2,800 | 10.48 | 3.74 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $4,500 | 15.83 | 3.52 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,300 | 13.96 | 3.25 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,800 | 13.89 | 2.89 |
| Michael Brantley | LAA | $3,900 | 13.30 | 3.41 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerardo Parra | TB | $2,100 | 9.41 | 4.48 |
| Jake Cave | DET | $2,000 | 8.84 | 4.42 |
| Jake Marisnick | PIT | $2,200 | 9.67 | 4.39 |
| Ben Gamel | TEX | $2,200 | 9.46 | 4.30 |
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.