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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 | Charlie Morton |
| C/1B | Logan Morrison |
| 2B | Marco Hernández |
| SS | Trea Turner |
| 3B | Rio Ruiz |
| OF One | Greg Allen |
| OF Two | David Peralta |
| OF Three | Joc Pederson |
| Util | José Ramírez |
| Salary | $32,400 |
| Expected Points | 135.64 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $11,300 | 42.81 | 3.79 |
| Luis Castillo | PHI | $11,100 | 38.40 | 3.46 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $12,200 | 35.18 | 2.88 |
| Lucas Giolito | MIN | $10,600 | 34.65 | 3.27 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Wainwright | WSH | $6,500 | 26.88 | 4.14 |
| Joe Musgrove | PIT | $6,400 | 24.79 | 3.87 |
| Daniel Norris | CHW | $5,900 | 22.48 | 3.81 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $11,300 | 42.81 | 3.79 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,100 | 13.95 | 3.40 |
| Mitch Garver | OAK | $3,400 | 13.48 | 3.96 |
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $4,100 | 12.83 | 3.13 |
| Danny Santana | NYM | $3,700 | 12.43 | 3.36 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $2,700 | 11.23 | 4.16 |
| Omar Narváez | MIN | $2,600 | 10.68 | 4.11 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $2,200 | 9.01 | 4.09 |
| Brian McCann | PIT | $2,500 | 10.18 | 4.07 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,500 | 11.92 | 2.65 |
| Gleyber Torres | DET | $4,200 | 11.92 | 2.84 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,700 | 11.89 | 3.21 |
| Ryan McMahon | TB | $3,600 | 11.59 | 3.22 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marco Hernández | BOS | $2,100 | 10.06 | 4.79 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,200 | 9.77 | 4.44 |
| Tony Kemp | PIT | $2,000 | 8.73 | 4.37 |
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,500 | 10.21 | 4.08 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,400 | 15.13 | 3.44 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,200 | 14.02 | 3.34 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,600 | 12.88 | 3.58 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,700 | 12.81 | 3.46 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,500 | 11.42 | 4.57 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,100 | 9.17 | 4.37 |
| Rubén Tejada | BAL | $2,000 | 8.29 | 4.14 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,700 | 10.31 | 3.82 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,500 | 14.40 | 3.20 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $4,300 | 14.34 | 3.33 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,600 | 14.27 | 3.96 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,300 | 13.13 | 3.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,000 | 9.50 | 4.75 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,600 | 14.27 | 3.96 |
| Renato Núñez | SEA | $3,000 | 11.78 | 3.93 |
| Miguel Sanó | OAK | $3,300 | 12.79 | 3.88 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,700 | 15.13 | 3.22 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,600 | 14.73 | 3.20 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,100 | 14.57 | 3.55 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,500 | 14.10 | 3.13 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Allen | LAA | $2,000 | 11.83 | 5.91 |
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $2,100 | 9.26 | 4.41 |
| Juan Lagares | CIN | $2,100 | 9.18 | 4.37 |
| Robbie Grossman | OAK | $2,200 | 9.58 | 4.35 |
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.