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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 | Lance McCullers Jr. |
| C | Brian McCann |
| 1B | Matt Adams |
| 2B | Scooter Gennett |
| SS | Chris Owings |
| 3B | Miguel Sanó |
| OF One | Matt Szczur |
| OF Two | Kyle Schwarber |
| OF Three | Brian Goodwin |
| Salary | $31,700 |
| Expected Points | 119.66 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lance McCullers Jr. | PIT | $9,700 | 44.57 | 4.59 |
| Johnny Cueto | SF | $9,800 | 38.19 | 3.90 |
| Jon Lester | ATL | $9,500 | 37.31 | 3.93 |
| Michael Fulmer | CHW | $9,500 | 37.29 | 3.92 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lance McCullers Jr. | PIT | $9,700 | 44.57 | 4.59 |
| Jon Lester | ATL | $9,500 | 37.31 | 3.93 |
| Michael Fulmer | CHW | $9,500 | 37.29 | 3.92 |
| Johnny Cueto | SF | $9,800 | 38.19 | 3.90 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian McCann | PIT | $3,200 | 11.08 | 3.46 |
| Alex Avila | CHW | $3,200 | 10.85 | 3.39 |
| Alex Avila | CHW | $3,200 | 10.85 | 3.39 |
| Evan Gattis | PIT | $3,200 | 9.77 | 3.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Hedges | SD | $2,400 | 8.83 | 3.68 |
| Brian McCann | PIT | $3,200 | 11.08 | 3.46 |
| Nick Hundley | SF | $2,200 | 7.55 | 3.43 |
| Alex Avila | CHW | $3,200 | 10.85 | 3.39 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,200 | 14.05 | 3.35 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 13.64 | 3.33 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,700 | 12.98 | 4.81 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,700 | 12.98 | 4.81 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,700 | 12.98 | 4.81 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,700 | 12.98 | 4.81 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $2,900 | 11.89 | 4.10 |
| Chris Carter | DET | $2,400 | 9.21 | 3.84 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,800 | 14.67 | 3.86 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $3,500 | 13.53 | 3.87 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,400 | 12.66 | 3.72 |
| Ian Happ | ATL | $3,100 | 10.71 | 3.45 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $2,200 | 9.35 | 4.25 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $2,200 | 9.35 | 4.25 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $3,500 | 13.53 | 3.87 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,800 | 14.67 | 3.86 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,300 | 14.12 | 3.28 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,200 | 13.76 | 3.28 |
| Zack Cozart | PHI | $3,800 | 10.36 | 2.73 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $3,500 | 10.02 | 2.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Drew | CHC | $2,100 | 8.64 | 4.11 |
| Stephen Drew | CHC | $2,100 | 8.64 | 4.11 |
| Chase d’Arnaud | SD | $2,000 | 8.08 | 4.04 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,100 | 7.25 | 3.45 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miguel Sanó | OAK | $4,200 | 14.55 | 3.46 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,000 | 12.72 | 3.18 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,200 | 12.41 | 2.95 |
| Kyle Seager | TEX | $3,500 | 11.28 | 3.22 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,500 | 8.74 | 3.49 |
| Miguel Sanó | OAK | $4,200 | 14.55 | 3.46 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $2,900 | 9.63 | 3.32 |
| Josh Harrison | LAD | $3,100 | 10.19 | 3.29 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Springer | PIT | $4,200 | 15.48 | 3.68 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,700 | 15.10 | 3.21 |
| J.D. Martinez | CHW | $4,300 | 12.79 | 2.97 |
| Ender Inciarte | NYM | $3,600 | 12.57 | 3.49 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Szczur | SD | $2,100 | 8.85 | 4.21 |
| Kyle Schwarber | ATL | $2,600 | 10.13 | 3.90 |
| Brian Goodwin | CHC | $2,100 | 8.15 | 3.88 |
| Scott Schebler | PHI | $3,100 | 11.52 | 3.72 |
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.