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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 | Patrick Corbin |
| C/1B | Freddie Freeman |
| 2B | Greg Garcia |
| SS | Willi Castro |
| 3B | Sean Rodríguez |
| OF One | Khris Davis |
| OF Two | Mallex Smith |
| OF Three | Jarrod Dyson |
| Util | Trevor Story |
| Salary | $32,600 |
| Expected Points | 131.3 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walker Buehler | STL | $11,600 | 42.51 | 3.66 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $12,300 | 42.19 | 3.43 |
| Luis Castillo | PHI | $11,000 | 39.40 | 3.58 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,600 | 37.00 | 3.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeff Samardzija | SF | $7,000 | 29.95 | 4.28 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,600 | 37.00 | 3.85 |
| Andrew Heaney | MIL | $8,200 | 31.35 | 3.82 |
| Drew Smyly | ATL | $5,900 | 22.29 | 3.78 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,200 | 13.14 | 3.13 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $3,600 | 12.86 | 3.57 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $3,900 | 12.53 | 3.21 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $3,800 | 12.41 | 3.27 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elias Díaz | LAD | $2,100 | 8.99 | 4.28 |
| Curt Casali | MIL | $2,200 | 9.35 | 4.25 |
| Meibrys Viloria | NYY | $2,200 | 9.35 | 4.25 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,900 | 12.27 | 4.23 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gleyber Torres | DET | $4,300 | 12.91 | 3.00 |
| Ryan McMahon | TB | $3,600 | 12.30 | 3.42 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,000 | 11.98 | 3.99 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,000 | 11.93 | 3.98 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,300 | 10.45 | 4.54 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,100 | 8.98 | 4.27 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $2,500 | 10.52 | 4.21 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,000 | 11.98 | 3.99 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,300 | 14.91 | 3.47 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,200 | 13.92 | 3.31 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,100 | 13.82 | 3.37 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,200 | 12.78 | 3.04 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willi Castro | LAA | $2,000 | 10.25 | 5.12 |
| Mike Freeman | ATL | $2,100 | 8.59 | 4.09 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $2,800 | 11.24 | 4.02 |
| Dansby Swanson | NYM | $2,800 | 10.40 | 3.71 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,600 | 15.13 | 3.29 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $4,500 | 14.26 | 3.17 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,500 | 14.07 | 3.13 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,600 | 12.36 | 3.43 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,000 | 9.47 | 4.74 |
| José Osuna | LAD | $2,700 | 11.31 | 4.19 |
| Dawel Lugo | CHW | $2,300 | 9.04 | 3.93 |
| Asdrúbal Cabrera | CIN | $2,900 | 11.09 | 3.82 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,800 | 15.57 | 3.24 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,600 | 15.37 | 3.34 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,500 | 15.03 | 3.34 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,600 | 14.38 | 3.13 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khris Davis | SEA | $2,300 | 11.40 | 4.96 |
| Phillip Ervin | PHI | $2,300 | 9.94 | 4.32 |
| Jarrod Dyson | TEX | $2,700 | 11.51 | 4.26 |
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $2,500 | 10.66 | 4.26 |
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.