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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 | Zack Greinke |
| C/1B | DJ LeMahieu |
| 2B | Gleyber Torres |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Hernán Pérez |
| OF One | Gerardo Parra |
| OF Two | Guillermo Heredia |
| OF Three | Billy McKinney |
| Util | José Ramírez |
| Salary | $34,600 |
| Expected Points | 138.15 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $8,900 | 36.59 | 4.11 |
| Matthew Boyd | CHW | $10,400 | 34.14 | 3.28 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $10,500 | 33.41 | 3.18 |
| Lance Lynn | WSH | $10,300 | 30.60 | 2.97 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $8,900 | 36.59 | 4.11 |
| Brett Anderson | KC | $6,700 | 25.77 | 3.85 |
| Jason Vargas | NYY | $6,800 | 23.61 | 3.47 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $8,600 | 28.71 | 3.34 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,300 | 13.45 | 3.13 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,400 | 12.93 | 2.94 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $3,700 | 12.34 | 3.33 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,000 | 12.32 | 3.08 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aramis Garcia | SF | $2,000 | 8.57 | 4.29 |
| Garrett Cooper | ARZ | $2,400 | 10.01 | 4.17 |
| Justin Smoak | KC | $2,600 | 10.75 | 4.14 |
| Howie Kendrick | CHC | $2,400 | 9.89 | 4.12 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,700 | 13.03 | 2.77 |
| Gleyber Torres | DET | $3,600 | 12.96 | 3.60 |
| Niko Goodrum | CHW | $3,300 | 11.66 | 3.53 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,600 | 11.62 | 3.23 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,300 | 9.94 | 4.32 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,300 | 9.39 | 4.08 |
| Marco Hernández | BOS | $2,100 | 8.37 | 3.99 |
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,600 | 9.58 | 3.69 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,500 | 14.81 | 3.29 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,200 | 13.17 | 3.13 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,500 | 13.04 | 3.73 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,500 | 12.08 | 2.68 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,500 | 10.82 | 4.33 |
| Charlie Culberson | NYM | $2,200 | 9.50 | 4.32 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,400 | 9.05 | 3.77 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,500 | 13.04 | 3.73 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,400 | 13.99 | 3.18 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,200 | 13.49 | 3.21 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,300 | 13.07 | 3.96 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $3,800 | 13.00 | 3.42 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,000 | 9.17 | 4.59 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $2,900 | 11.95 | 4.12 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,300 | 13.07 | 3.96 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,200 | 8.65 | 3.93 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 15.23 | 3.17 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,700 | 14.28 | 3.04 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,600 | 14.17 | 3.08 |
| George Springer | PIT | $4,500 | 13.64 | 3.03 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerardo Parra | TB | $2,000 | 9.99 | 4.99 |
| Guillermo Heredia | TEX | $2,100 | 10.07 | 4.80 |
| Billy McKinney | DET | $2,000 | 9.57 | 4.78 |
| Greg Allen | LAA | $2,000 | 8.88 | 4.44 |
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.