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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 | Carlos Martínez |
| C | Gary Sánchez |
| 1B | Chris Davis |
| 2B | Daniel Murphy |
| SS | Darwin Barney |
| 3B | Manny Machado |
| OF One | Curtis Granderson |
| OF Two | Carlos González |
| OF Three | David Peralta |
| Salary | $34,900 |
| Expected Points | 125.17 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $11,600 | 51.08 | 4.40 |
| Carlos Martínez | WSH | $9,400 | 41.73 | 4.44 |
| Justin Verlander | CHW | $9,300 | 36.94 | 3.97 |
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $7,500 | 33.10 | 4.41 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Martínez | WSH | $9,400 | 41.73 | 4.44 |
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $7,500 | 33.10 | 4.41 |
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $11,600 | 51.08 | 4.40 |
| Drew Pomeranz | BOS | $8,000 | 32.40 | 4.05 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $3,600 | 11.35 | 3.15 |
| Evan Gattis | PIT | $3,400 | 10.11 | 2.97 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $3,000 | 9.43 | 3.14 |
| Alex Avila | CHW | $3,100 | 9.34 | 3.01 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tony Wolters | TB | $2,300 | 7.85 | 3.41 |
| James McCann | CHW | $2,500 | 8.02 | 3.21 |
| Matt Wieters | CHC | $2,800 | 8.92 | 3.18 |
| Russell Martin | KC | $2,800 | 8.84 | 3.16 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Davis | BAL | $3,900 | 13.32 | 3.41 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,400 | 12.94 | 2.94 |
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $3,800 | 12.67 | 3.33 |
| Wil Myers | SD | $4,000 | 11.95 | 2.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Bell | LAD | $3,000 | 11.52 | 3.84 |
| Lucas Duda | CIN | $2,400 | 9.15 | 3.81 |
| Adrián González | STL | $2,500 | 8.99 | 3.59 |
| Hanley Ramírez | BOS | $3,100 | 11.11 | 3.58 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,900 | 14.16 | 3.63 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,100 | 13.63 | 3.32 |
| Neil Walker | CIN | $3,400 | 10.65 | 3.13 |
| Ian Kinsler | CHW | $3,400 | 10.58 | 3.11 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,900 | 14.16 | 3.63 |
| Jed Lowrie | SEA | $2,300 | 7.92 | 3.44 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $2,800 | 9.55 | 3.41 |
| Chase Utley | STL | $2,300 | 7.80 | 3.39 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,600 | 13.58 | 3.77 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,200 | 12.81 | 3.05 |
| Corey Seager | STL | $3,500 | 11.72 | 3.35 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $3,900 | 11.31 | 2.90 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,600 | 13.58 | 3.77 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $2,800 | 9.69 | 3.46 |
| Alexi Amarista | TB | $2,400 | 8.27 | 3.44 |
| J.J. Hardy | BAL | $2,200 | 7.47 | 3.40 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,300 | 14.05 | 3.27 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $3,700 | 13.00 | 3.51 |
| Kyle Seager | TEX | $3,200 | 10.94 | 3.42 |
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $2,900 | 10.78 | 3.72 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $2,900 | 10.78 | 3.72 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,500 | 8.95 | 3.58 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,500 | 8.95 | 3.58 |
| José Reyes | CIN | $2,800 | 9.97 | 3.56 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,800 | 16.32 | 3.40 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,300 | 14.89 | 3.46 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,000 | 14.37 | 2.87 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,400 | 14.10 | 3.20 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos González | TB | $2,800 | 10.56 | 3.77 |
| Bradley Zimmer | LAA | $2,400 | 8.89 | 3.70 |
| Curtis Granderson | CIN | $2,800 | 10.35 | 3.70 |
| Scott Schebler | PHI | $2,700 | 9.84 | 3.64 |
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.