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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 DraftKings Optimizer.
| P One | Chris Archer |
| P Two | Patrick Corbin |
| C | Roberto Pérez |
| 1B | Eric Thames |
| 2B | Max Moroff |
| SS | Max Moroff |
| 3B | Derek Dietrich |
| OF One | Eric Thames |
| OF Two | Jordan Luplow |
| OF Three | Phillip Ervin |
| Salary | $42,900 |
| Expected Points | 109.12 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $13,300 | 27.32 | 2.05 |
| Marcus Stroman | KC | $8,100 | 19.27 | 2.38 |
| Jimmy Nelson | CLE | $8,700 | 19.13 | 2.20 |
| Yu Darvish | STL | $11,500 | 19.09 | 1.66 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drew Pomeranz | BOS | $7,700 | 18.93 | 2.46 |
| Marcus Stroman | KC | $8,100 | 19.27 | 2.38 |
| José Ureña | ARZ | $6,500 | 15.12 | 2.33 |
| Seth Lugo | CIN | $5,800 | 13.21 | 2.28 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,500 | 9.94 | 2.21 |
| John Hicks | CHW | $3,300 | 8.83 | 2.68 |
| Roberto Pérez | LAA | $3,000 | 8.57 | 2.86 |
| Travis d’Arnaud | CIN | $3,600 | 8.02 | 2.23 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roberto Pérez | LAA | $3,000 | 8.57 | 2.86 |
| John Hicks | CHW | $3,300 | 8.83 | 2.68 |
| Jason Castro | OAK | $2,400 | 6.39 | 2.66 |
| Raffy López | KC | $2,900 | 7.10 | 2.45 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $4,200 | 11.12 | 2.65 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,800 | 11.06 | 2.30 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,800 | 10.85 | 2.26 |
| Justin Smoak | KC | $4,700 | 10.58 | 2.25 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Thames | CLE | $3,300 | 9.55 | 2.89 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $3,500 | 9.60 | 2.74 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $3,600 | 9.76 | 2.71 |
| John Hicks | CHW | $3,300 | 8.83 | 2.68 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,700 | 11.01 | 2.34 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $5,100 | 10.48 | 2.05 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $5,000 | 10.39 | 2.08 |
| Howie Kendrick | CHC | $4,500 | 10.14 | 2.25 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Moroff | LAD | $2,600 | 7.47 | 2.87 |
| Gavin Cecchini | CIN | $2,500 | 6.54 | 2.62 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $2,900 | 7.55 | 2.60 |
| Joe Panik | SF | $3,600 | 9.34 | 2.59 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,300 | 11.57 | 2.18 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $5,300 | 11.27 | 2.13 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $4,800 | 10.20 | 2.13 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $4,200 | 9.94 | 2.37 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Moroff | LAD | $2,600 | 7.47 | 2.87 |
| Alexi Amarista | TB | $2,400 | 6.16 | 2.57 |
| José Reyes | CIN | $3,700 | 9.52 | 2.57 |
| Ryan Goins | KC | $2,800 | 6.78 | 2.42 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $4,200 | 11.12 | 2.65 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,800 | 11.06 | 2.30 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $4,200 | 9.64 | 2.30 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $5,200 | 9.61 | 1.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $2,800 | 7.99 | 2.85 |
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $4,200 | 11.12 | 2.65 |
| José Reyes | CIN | $3,700 | 9.52 | 2.57 |
| Tyler Saladino | MIN | $2,300 | 5.74 | 2.50 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,600 | 12.94 | 2.31 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,300 | 11.36 | 2.64 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,800 | 11.03 | 2.30 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $4,000 | 11.01 | 2.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Thames | CLE | $3,300 | 9.55 | 2.89 |
| Jordan Luplow | LAD | $2,900 | 8.14 | 2.81 |
| Nick Williams | HOU | $2,800 | 7.76 | 2.77 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $4,000 | 11.01 | 2.75 |
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.