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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 One | James Paxton |
| P Two | Jacob deGrom |
| C | Gary Sánchez |
| 1B | Victor Martinez |
| 2B | Neil Walker |
| SS | Alcides Escobar |
| 3B | Matt Chapman |
| OF One | Nicky Delmonico |
| OF Two | Gregory Polanco |
| OF Three | Alex Gordon |
| Salary | $46,300 |
| Expected Points | 103.11 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $12,700 | 28.70 | 2.26 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $12,300 | 24.55 | 2.00 |
| Brad Peacock | PIT | $9,500 | 20.90 | 2.20 |
| Yu Darvish | STL | $11,400 | 20.88 | 1.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Hammel | NYY | $5,800 | 13.17 | 2.27 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $12,700 | 28.70 | 2.26 |
| Lance Lynn | WSH | $7,800 | 17.38 | 2.23 |
| Brad Peacock | PIT | $9,500 | 20.90 | 2.20 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,300 | 9.43 | 2.19 |
| Austin Barnes | STL | $3,300 | 7.62 | 2.31 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $3,400 | 7.41 | 2.18 |
| Russell Martin | KC | $3,400 | 7.15 | 2.10 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Barnes | STL | $3,300 | 7.62 | 2.31 |
| Omar Narváez | MIN | $2,200 | 5.06 | 2.30 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,300 | 9.43 | 2.19 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $3,400 | 7.41 | 2.18 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Votto | PHI | $5,300 | 11.45 | 2.16 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,200 | 9.63 | 1.85 |
| Edwin Encarnacion | LAA | $4,500 | 9.18 | 2.04 |
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $4,000 | 9.09 | 2.27 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victor Martinez | CHW | $2,300 | 6.43 | 2.79 |
| Ryon Healy | SEA | $3,500 | 8.70 | 2.49 |
| C.J. Cron | MIL | $2,800 | 6.41 | 2.29 |
| Eric Hosmer | NYY | $3,700 | 8.45 | 2.28 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $5,500 | 10.10 | 1.84 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $5,100 | 9.50 | 1.86 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $5,200 | 9.25 | 1.78 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $4,500 | 8.74 | 1.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neil Walker | CIN | $2,700 | 7.02 | 2.60 |
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $3,200 | 7.91 | 2.47 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,600 | 6.31 | 2.43 |
| Ronald Torreyes | DET | $2,500 | 5.87 | 2.35 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,900 | 8.76 | 1.79 |
| Corey Seager | STL | $4,800 | 8.50 | 1.77 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $4,200 | 8.40 | 2.00 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $4,500 | 8.23 | 1.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcides Escobar | NYY | $2,000 | 5.12 | 2.56 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $3,300 | 7.94 | 2.41 |
| Ronald Torreyes | DET | $2,500 | 5.87 | 2.35 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,400 | 7.77 | 2.29 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,900 | 9.06 | 1.85 |
| Ryon Healy | SEA | $3,500 | 8.70 | 2.49 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,800 | 8.64 | 1.80 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $4,000 | 8.54 | 2.14 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $2,300 | 6.40 | 2.78 |
| Ryon Healy | SEA | $3,500 | 8.70 | 2.49 |
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,700 | 6.45 | 2.39 |
| Todd Frazier | DET | $3,500 | 7.55 | 2.16 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Judge | DET | $5,300 | 10.73 | 2.02 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,500 | 10.71 | 1.95 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,300 | 10.48 | 1.98 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $5,200 | 10.30 | 1.98 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicky Delmonico | MIN | $2,900 | 8.49 | 2.93 |
| Gregory Polanco | LAD | $2,600 | 6.83 | 2.63 |
| Ben Gamel | TEX | $3,100 | 7.56 | 2.44 |
| Brett Gardner | DET | $4,000 | 9.66 | 2.42 |
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.