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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 NBA DraftKings Optimizer.
| P | José Quintana |
| C | Yasmani Grandal |
| 1B | Chris Carter |
| 2B | DJ LeMahieu |
| SS | Andrelton Simmons |
| 3B | Manny Machado |
| OF One | Joc Pederson |
| OF Two | Andrew McCutchen |
| OF Three | David Peralta |
| Salary | $34,000 |
| Expected Points | 122.39 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | CHW | $9,500 | 40.89 | 4.30 |
| José Quintana | MIN | $8,700 | 37.84 | 4.35 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $10,700 | 36.13 | 3.38 |
| Jeff Samardzija | SF | $8,600 | 34.49 | 4.01 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Quintana | MIN | $8,700 | 37.84 | 4.35 |
| Justin Verlander | CHW | $9,500 | 40.89 | 4.30 |
| Jeff Samardzija | SF | $8,600 | 34.49 | 4.01 |
| Drew Pomeranz | BOS | $8,300 | 32.80 | 3.95 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,000 | 12.68 | 3.17 |
| Jonathan Lucroy | TOR | $2,900 | 9.94 | 3.43 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $3,900 | 9.76 | 2.50 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $3,900 | 9.76 | 2.50 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Lucroy | TOR | $2,900 | 9.94 | 3.43 |
| Chris Gimenez | OAK | $2,100 | 7.19 | 3.42 |
| James McCann | CHW | $2,500 | 8.31 | 3.32 |
| Juan Graterol | MIL | $2,100 | 6.89 | 3.28 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,100 | 13.75 | 3.35 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,100 | 13.75 | 3.35 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,200 | 12.82 | 3.05 |
| Mark Reynolds | TB | $4,400 | 12.77 | 2.90 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Carter | DET | $2,100 | 9.23 | 4.40 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $2,400 | 9.89 | 4.12 |
| Yuli Gurriel | PIT | $2,400 | 9.85 | 4.10 |
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,800 | 10.55 | 3.77 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $4,200 | 13.92 | 3.32 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,200 | 13.36 | 3.18 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,900 | 12.78 | 3.28 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,300 | 12.09 | 3.66 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jed Lowrie | SEA | $2,500 | 9.57 | 3.83 |
| Chase Utley | STL | $2,900 | 10.79 | 3.72 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,300 | 12.09 | 3.66 |
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $2,500 | 9.06 | 3.62 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corey Seager | STL | $4,300 | 14.55 | 3.38 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,700 | 13.32 | 3.60 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,900 | 11.79 | 3.02 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,200 | 11.71 | 2.79 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $2,800 | 10.76 | 3.84 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,200 | 7.98 | 3.63 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,700 | 13.32 | 3.60 |
| Deven Marrero | BOS | $2,000 | 7.02 | 3.51 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,900 | 14.20 | 2.90 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $3,800 | 13.87 | 3.65 |
| Miguel Sanó | OAK | $3,800 | 13.41 | 3.53 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $4,000 | 12.73 | 3.18 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manny Machado | BAL | $3,800 | 13.87 | 3.65 |
| Josh Harrison | LAD | $2,800 | 10.03 | 3.58 |
| Josh Harrison | LAD | $2,800 | 10.03 | 3.58 |
| Todd Frazier | MIN | $3,400 | 12.19 | 3.58 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,900 | 15.37 | 3.14 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,700 | 14.62 | 3.11 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 13.61 | 2.84 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,300 | 12.87 | 2.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Granderson | CIN | $2,500 | 10.00 | 4.00 |
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $2,600 | 9.82 | 3.78 |
| Ryan Rua | TOR | $2,300 | 8.51 | 3.70 |
| Ryan Rua | TOR | $2,300 | 8.51 | 3.70 |
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.