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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 MLB FanDuel Optimizer.
| P | Chris Sale |
| C | John Hicks |
| 1B | Lucas Duda |
| 2B | José Altuve |
| SS | Jean Segura |
| 3B | Pablo Sandoval |
| OF One | Albert Almora Jr. |
| OF Two | Andrew McCutchen |
| OF Three | José Bautista |
| Salary | $33,300 |
| Expected Points | 138.98 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,200 | 51.82 | 4.63 |
| Luis Severino | DET | $10,000 | 40.04 | 4.00 |
| Alex Wood | STL | $9,600 | 38.94 | 4.06 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $9,800 | 36.56 | 3.73 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,200 | 51.82 | 4.63 |
| Sal Romano | PHI | $6,400 | 28.74 | 4.49 |
| Mike Fiers | PIT | $8,100 | 35.73 | 4.41 |
| Ian Kennedy | NYY | $5,600 | 23.76 | 4.24 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $3,200 | 9.66 | 3.02 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $2,900 | 9.62 | 3.32 |
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $3,000 | 9.57 | 3.19 |
| Yadier Molina | WSH | $3,100 | 9.54 | 3.08 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Hicks | CHW | $2,100 | 8.62 | 4.10 |
| John Hicks | CHW | $2,100 | 8.62 | 4.10 |
| Salvador Perez | NYY | $2,400 | 8.72 | 3.63 |
| Elias Díaz | LAD | $2,000 | 7.25 | 3.63 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,800 | 14.47 | 3.81 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,800 | 14.47 | 3.81 |
| Edwin Encarnacion | LAA | $4,100 | 14.10 | 3.44 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,400 | 13.44 | 3.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,800 | 14.47 | 3.81 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,800 | 14.47 | 3.81 |
| Justin Smoak | KC | $3,300 | 12.45 | 3.77 |
| Ryon Healy | SEA | $3,000 | 10.96 | 3.65 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,200 | 14.01 | 3.34 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $4,200 | 13.55 | 3.23 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,400 | 13.42 | 3.05 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $3,100 | 12.14 | 3.92 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $3,100 | 12.14 | 3.92 |
| Alex Mejia | WSH | $2,000 | 7.54 | 3.77 |
| Ian Kinsler | CHW | $2,800 | 9.96 | 3.56 |
| Neil Walker | CLE | $2,800 | 9.53 | 3.40 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,300 | 12.99 | 3.02 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $3,900 | 12.05 | 3.09 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $3,700 | 11.70 | 3.16 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,300 | 11.11 | 2.58 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jean Segura | TEX | $2,700 | 10.72 | 3.97 |
| Pat Valaika | TB | $3,000 | 10.57 | 3.52 |
| Pat Valaika | TB | $3,000 | 10.57 | 3.52 |
| Franklin Barreto | SEA | $2,000 | 6.89 | 3.45 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,600 | 14.34 | 3.12 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,300 | 13.85 | 3.22 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,600 | 13.44 | 3.73 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,700 | 11.85 | 3.20 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,000 | 8.18 | 4.09 |
| Yandy Díaz | LAA | $2,200 | 8.54 | 3.88 |
| Yandy Díaz | LAA | $2,200 | 8.54 | 3.88 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,100 | 11.61 | 3.75 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 16.44 | 3.42 |
| Giancarlo Stanton | ARZ | $4,700 | 15.01 | 3.19 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,000 | 14.61 | 2.92 |
| Justin Upton | MIL | $3,500 | 14.43 | 4.12 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albert Almora Jr. | ATL | $2,200 | 9.56 | 4.35 |
| Andrew McCutchen | LAD | $2,700 | 11.58 | 4.29 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $2,200 | 9.39 | 4.27 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $2,200 | 9.39 | 4.27 |
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.