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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 | Clayton Kershaw |
| C | James McCann |
| 1B | Garrett Cooper |
| 2B | Brandon Drury |
| SS | Marcus Semien |
| 3B | Jake Lamb |
| OF One | Brandon Guyer |
| OF Two | Clint Frazier |
| OF Three | Yasiel Puig |
| Salary | $32,200 |
| Expected Points | 127.06 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $12,700 | 56.81 | 4.47 |
| Brad Peacock | PIT | $9,200 | 32.13 | 3.49 |
| Tyson Ross | TOR | $7,300 | 27.15 | 3.72 |
| Vince Velasquez | HOU | $7,000 | 26.94 | 3.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $12,700 | 56.81 | 4.47 |
| Vince Velasquez | HOU | $7,000 | 26.94 | 3.85 |
| Antonio Senzatela | TB | $5,900 | 22.71 | 3.85 |
| Tyson Ross | TOR | $7,300 | 27.15 | 3.72 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $3,400 | 13.20 | 3.88 |
| Salvador Perez | NYY | $2,900 | 10.64 | 3.67 |
| Russell Martin | KC | $2,700 | 10.37 | 3.84 |
| Willson Contreras | ATL | $3,500 | 10.19 | 2.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James McCann | CHW | $2,300 | 9.74 | 4.23 |
| Cameron Rupp | HOU | $2,400 | 9.36 | 3.90 |
| Sandy Leon | BOS | $2,200 | 8.58 | 3.90 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $3,400 | 13.20 | 3.88 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,800 | 13.54 | 3.56 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,800 | 13.54 | 3.56 |
| Mark Reynolds | TB | $3,900 | 13.02 | 3.34 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 12.94 | 3.15 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garrett Cooper | DET | $2,000 | 8.36 | 4.18 |
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $3,200 | 12.46 | 3.89 |
| Matt Holliday | DET | $2,900 | 10.97 | 3.78 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,900 | 10.48 | 3.61 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,500 | 14.42 | 3.20 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $4,200 | 12.48 | 2.97 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,500 | 12.40 | 3.54 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,900 | 11.96 | 3.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $2,500 | 9.37 | 3.75 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $2,500 | 9.37 | 3.75 |
| Ian Kinsler | CHW | $3,100 | 11.40 | 3.68 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,500 | 12.40 | 3.54 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corey Seager | STL | $4,000 | 12.02 | 3.01 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $3,200 | 10.63 | 3.32 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,400 | 10.55 | 3.10 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $2,800 | 10.47 | 3.74 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $2,400 | 9.91 | 4.13 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $2,100 | 8.42 | 4.01 |
| Addison Russell | ATL | $2,500 | 9.72 | 3.89 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $2,800 | 10.47 | 3.74 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $3,800 | 14.66 | 3.86 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $3,800 | 14.66 | 3.86 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $3,800 | 13.16 | 3.46 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,800 | 12.87 | 3.39 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $3,800 | 14.66 | 3.86 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $3,800 | 14.66 | 3.86 |
| Deven Marrero | BOS | $2,400 | 9.01 | 3.75 |
| Ryon Healy | SEA | $3,000 | 11.11 | 3.70 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,900 | 16.02 | 3.27 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,800 | 14.96 | 3.12 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,500 | 14.64 | 3.25 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,000 | 14.42 | 2.88 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Guyer | LAA | $2,200 | 9.71 | 4.41 |
| Clint Frazier | DET | $2,500 | 10.84 | 4.34 |
| Mikie Mahtook | CHW | $2,300 | 9.31 | 4.05 |
| Magneuris Sierra | WSH | $2,200 | 8.72 | 3.96 |
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.