Tuesday, August 23, 2016 MLB Daily Fantasy (DFS) Picks for DraftKings Daily Fantasy League Competitions.
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Optimal Lineup
Updated Throughout the Day
| P One | Danny Salazar |
| P Two | Jake Arrieta |
| C | Yadier Molina |
| 1B | A.J. Reed |
| 2B | Robinson Cano |
| SS | Jonathan Villar |
| 3B | Nolan Arenado |
| OF One | Carlos Beltran |
| OF Two | Nelson Cruz |
| OF Three | Franklin Gutierrez |
| Salary | $49,800 |
| Expected Points | 104.62 |
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Arrieta | CHC | $12,500 | 20.28 | 1.62 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $13,100 | 19.72 | 1.51 |
| Danny Salazar | CLE | $7,700 | 15.83 | 2.06 |
| Carlos Rodon | CHW | $8,600 | 14.66 | 1.70 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clay Buchholz | BOS | $4,000 | 11.81 | 2.95 |
| Derek Holland | TEX | $4,000 | 10.72 | 2.68 |
| Andrew Cashner | SD | $4,100 | 10.33 | 2.52 |
| Chase Anderson | ARZ | $4,500 | 10.16 | 2.26 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron Rupp | PHI | $3,700 | 9.11 | 2.46 |
| Matt Wieters | BAL | $3,700 | 7.99 | 2.16 |
| Juan Centeno | MIL | $2,900 | 7.85 | 2.71 |
| Wilson Ramos | WSH | $3,600 | 7.85 | 2.18 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Gimenez | TEX | $2,200 | 6.93 | 3.15 |
| Juan Centeno | MIL | $2,900 | 7.85 | 2.71 |
| Brian McCann | NYY | $3,000 | 7.48 | 2.49 |
| Cameron Rupp | PHI | $3,700 | 9.11 | 2.46 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Davis | BAL | $5,100 | 11.05 | 2.17 |
| Paul Goldschmidt | ARZ | $4,900 | 10.00 | 2.04 |
| Edwin Encarnacion | TOR | $4,900 | 9.76 | 1.99 |
| Miguel Cabrera | DET | $4,500 | 9.49 | 2.11 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steve Pearce | BAL | $3,300 | 9.46 | 2.87 |
| Xavier Scruggs | STL | $2,300 | 6.43 | 2.79 |
| Adrian Gonzalez | LAD | $2,900 | 7.26 | 2.50 |
| Mitch Moreland | TEX | $3,400 | 8.38 | 2.47 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $4,400 | 9.03 | 2.05 |
| Jose Altuve | HOU | $5,500 | 8.90 | 1.62 |
| Dee Gordon | MIA | $4,000 | 8.63 | 2.16 |
| Rougned Odor | TEX | $3,700 | 8.34 | 2.25 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darwin Barney | LAD | $2,000 | 7.80 | 3.90 |
| Adam Frazier | PIT | $2,900 | 7.52 | 2.59 |
| Scooter Gennett | MIL | $3,400 | 7.83 | 2.30 |
| Cristhian Adames | COL | $2,500 | 5.72 | 2.29 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | HOU | $4,200 | 10.14 | 2.41 |
| Carlos Correa | HOU | $4,800 | 8.86 | 1.85 |
| Didi Gregorius | NYY | $3,300 | 7.81 | 2.37 |
| Troy Tulowitzki | COL | $3,600 | 7.80 | 2.17 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrelton Simmons | ATL | $2,300 | 6.29 | 2.73 |
| Adeiny Hechavarria | MIA | $2,300 | 5.98 | 2.60 |
| Ketel Marte | SEA | $2,600 | 6.29 | 2.42 |
| Jonathan Villar | HOU | $4,200 | 10.14 | 2.41 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Donaldson | TOR | $4,700 | 10.82 | 2.30 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,800 | 10.80 | 2.25 |
| Nolan Arenado | COL | $4,500 | 9.48 | 2.11 |
| Kris Bryant | CHC | $5,500 | 9.46 | 1.72 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaleb Cowart | LAA | $2,500 | 7.89 | 3.16 |
| Casey McGehee | SF | $2,500 | 6.57 | 2.63 |
| Todd Frazier | CIN | $3,500 | 8.37 | 2.39 |
| Maikel Franco | PHI | $3,400 | 7.85 | 2.31 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | LAA | $5,200 | 10.77 | 2.07 |
| Adam Jones | BAL | $4,900 | 10.16 | 2.07 |
| Franklin Gutierrez | SEA | $3,100 | 9.55 | 3.08 |
| Carlos Gonzalez | COL | $4,800 | 9.54 | 1.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Bourjos | STL | $2,200 | 7.14 | 3.25 |
| Justin Ruggiano | SEA | $2,000 | 6.42 | 3.21 |
| Josh Reddick | OAK | $2,300 | 7.13 | 3.10 |
| Franklin Gutierrez | SEA | $3,100 | 9.55 | 3.08 |
Picks are based on historical performance and match-up. 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.