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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 | Ozzie Albies |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Charlie Culberson |
| OF Two | Greg Allen |
| OF Three | Phillip Ervin |
| Util | Whit Merrifield |
| Salary | $34,800 |
| Expected Points | 137.84 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $11,600 | 44.52 | 3.84 |
| Luis Castillo | PHI | $10,200 | 41.45 | 4.06 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $12,200 | 39.31 | 3.22 |
| Lucas Giolito | MIN | $10,500 | 36.30 | 3.46 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Wainwright | WSH | $7,100 | 29.54 | 4.16 |
| Luis Castillo | PHI | $10,200 | 41.45 | 4.06 |
| Wade LeBlanc | LAD | $6,200 | 25.14 | 4.05 |
| Mike Minor | TOR | $9,300 | 35.72 | 3.84 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,200 | 13.02 | 3.10 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $3,900 | 12.84 | 3.29 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $4,000 | 12.54 | 3.13 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,100 | 12.44 | 3.03 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Vogt | CLE | $2,200 | 10.08 | 4.58 |
| Rowdy Tellez | KC | $2,200 | 9.91 | 4.51 |
| Jorge Alfaro | HOU | $2,200 | 8.71 | 3.96 |
| Yonder Alonso | TEX | $2,500 | 9.86 | 3.94 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,400 | 13.65 | 3.10 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,400 | 12.80 | 3.76 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,400 | 12.51 | 3.68 |
| Gleyber Torres | DET | $4,200 | 11.20 | 2.67 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,300 | 9.59 | 4.17 |
| Jurickson Profar | TOR | $2,200 | 8.99 | 4.09 |
| Kolten Wong | WSH | $2,700 | 10.95 | 4.06 |
| Joe Panik | SF | $2,400 | 9.37 | 3.90 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,100 | 13.42 | 3.27 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,000 | 13.14 | 3.28 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,200 | 13.04 | 3.10 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,100 | 12.72 | 3.10 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erik González | LAA | $2,000 | 7.73 | 3.87 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $3,100 | 11.30 | 3.65 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $3,000 | 10.80 | 3.60 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $3,200 | 10.90 | 3.40 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,500 | 14.32 | 3.18 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $4,600 | 13.93 | 3.03 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,400 | 13.21 | 3.00 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,500 | 12.83 | 3.66 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Osuna | LAD | $2,600 | 9.92 | 3.81 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,500 | 9.41 | 3.77 |
| Gordon Beckham | TEX | $2,200 | 8.10 | 3.68 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,500 | 12.83 | 3.66 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,700 | 15.84 | 3.37 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,800 | 15.47 | 3.22 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,400 | 14.26 | 3.24 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,300 | 13.91 | 3.24 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Culberson | NYM | $2,000 | 10.50 | 5.25 |
| Greg Allen | LAA | $2,300 | 10.54 | 4.58 |
| Phillip Ervin | PHI | $2,400 | 10.68 | 4.45 |
| Harrison Bader | WSH | $2,100 | 8.87 | 4.22 |
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.