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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 | Sonny Gray |
| C/1B | Freddie Freeman |
| 2B | Greg Garcia |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Asdrúbal Cabrera |
| OF One | Jake Cave |
| OF Two | Brian Goodwin |
| OF Three | Harrison Bader |
| Util | J.T. Realmuto |
| Salary | $34,300 |
| Expected Points | 128.9 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonny Gray | DET | $10,400 | 36.50 | 3.51 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $12,200 | 34.88 | 2.86 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,000 | 32.80 | 3.28 |
| Michael Pineda | OAK | $9,400 | 32.22 | 3.43 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dylan Bundy | BAL | $6,800 | 27.05 | 3.98 |
| Spencer Turnbull | CHW | $6,000 | 23.11 | 3.85 |
| Cole Hamels | TOR | $7,300 | 27.18 | 3.72 |
| Dallas Keuchel | PIT | $7,800 | 28.05 | 3.60 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,200 | 13.75 | 3.27 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $4,100 | 13.11 | 3.20 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $3,800 | 12.56 | 3.31 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,200 | 12.49 | 2.97 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian McCann | PIT | $2,400 | 10.43 | 4.34 |
| Jonathan Lucroy | TB | $2,200 | 9.08 | 4.13 |
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,200 | 9.05 | 4.12 |
| Meibrys Viloria | NYY | $2,200 | 9.05 | 4.11 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,400 | 13.40 | 3.05 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,600 | 12.23 | 3.40 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,200 | 12.19 | 3.81 |
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,600 | 12.03 | 4.63 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,000 | 10.51 | 5.26 |
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,600 | 12.03 | 4.63 |
| Tony Kemp | PIT | $2,100 | 9.16 | 4.36 |
| Brock Holt | BOS | $2,200 | 9.08 | 4.13 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,200 | 13.42 | 3.20 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,100 | 12.99 | 3.17 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,100 | 12.40 | 3.02 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,400 | 12.12 | 2.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,300 | 8.83 | 3.84 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $3,200 | 11.45 | 3.58 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,900 | 10.30 | 3.55 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,200 | 10.99 | 3.44 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,600 | 13.86 | 3.01 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,300 | 13.17 | 3.06 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $4,600 | 13.00 | 2.83 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,600 | 12.94 | 3.59 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,000 | 8.98 | 4.49 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,000 | 8.31 | 4.16 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,500 | 10.23 | 4.09 |
| Gordon Beckham | TEX | $2,300 | 8.92 | 3.88 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,900 | 16.60 | 3.39 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,900 | 15.79 | 3.22 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,900 | 14.18 | 2.89 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $4,000 | 13.99 | 3.50 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Cave | DET | $2,000 | 10.01 | 5.01 |
| Brian Goodwin | CHC | $2,600 | 11.75 | 4.52 |
| Harrison Bader | WSH | $2,000 | 8.99 | 4.50 |
| Victor Reyes | CHW | $2,300 | 10.07 | 4.38 |
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.