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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 DraftKings Optimizer.
| P One | Justin Verlander |
| P Two | Walker Buehler |
| C | Jeff Mathis |
| 1B | Jake Lamb |
| 2B | Whit Merrifield |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Matt Duffy |
| OF One | Bubba Starling |
| OF Two | Jorge Soler |
| OF Three | Jarrod Dyson |
| Salary | $50,000 |
| Expected Points | 112.39 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $12,000 | 24.00 | 2.00 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $11,000 | 23.38 | 2.13 |
| Luis Castillo | PHI | $10,000 | 21.69 | 2.17 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $10,800 | 20.57 | 1.90 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adrian Houser | CLE | $5,000 | 12.88 | 2.58 |
| Steven Brault | LAD | $4,800 | 11.15 | 2.32 |
| Luis Castillo | PHI | $10,000 | 21.69 | 2.17 |
| Drew Smyly | ATL | $4,600 | 9.95 | 2.16 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $4,600 | 9.78 | 2.13 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,300 | 9.01 | 2.10 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,500 | 8.32 | 1.85 |
| Mitch Garver | OAK | $4,700 | 8.16 | 1.74 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meibrys Viloria | NYY | $2,600 | 7.18 | 2.76 |
| Max Stassi | PIT | $2,000 | 5.26 | 2.63 |
| Reese McGuire | KC | $3,100 | 7.57 | 2.44 |
| Elias Díaz | LAD | $3,000 | 6.95 | 2.32 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,600 | 10.27 | 1.83 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,200 | 9.87 | 1.90 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $4,200 | 9.54 | 2.27 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,500 | 9.33 | 2.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowdy Tellez | KC | $3,300 | 8.17 | 2.48 |
| Cheslor Cuthbert | NYY | $2,900 | 6.96 | 2.40 |
| Miguel Cabrera | CHW | $3,400 | 8.03 | 2.36 |
| Renato Núñez | SEA | $3,900 | 8.99 | 2.30 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gleyber Torres | DET | $4,800 | 9.76 | 2.03 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,200 | 9.34 | 2.22 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,800 | 9.30 | 1.94 |
| Ryan McMahon | TB | $4,700 | 9.26 | 1.97 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $3,300 | 7.98 | 2.42 |
| Hanser Alberto | TOR | $3,500 | 8.11 | 2.32 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,900 | 6.62 | 2.28 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,200 | 9.34 | 2.22 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $5,600 | 11.45 | 2.04 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $5,400 | 10.72 | 1.99 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $5,700 | 10.45 | 1.83 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,900 | 9.43 | 1.93 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willi Castro | LAA | $3,400 | 7.87 | 2.31 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,000 | 8.76 | 2.19 |
| Andrelton Simmons | MIL | $3,400 | 7.34 | 2.16 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $3,400 | 7.27 | 2.14 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,600 | 11.47 | 2.05 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $5,800 | 10.77 | 1.86 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,500 | 10.60 | 1.93 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,800 | 9.60 | 2.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawel Lugo | CHW | $2,900 | 6.97 | 2.40 |
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $3,300 | 7.48 | 2.27 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $3,300 | 7.28 | 2.21 |
| Ryan Goins | KC | $3,000 | 6.62 | 2.21 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,800 | 11.84 | 2.04 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,500 | 11.63 | 2.11 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,700 | 11.51 | 2.02 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,200 | 10.78 | 2.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bubba Starling | NYY | $2,300 | 6.72 | 2.92 |
| Lewis Brinson | CLE | $2,000 | 5.27 | 2.63 |
| Phillip Ervin | PHI | $3,000 | 7.61 | 2.54 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $3,400 | 8.58 | 2.52 |
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.