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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 | Max Scherzer |
| C | Wilson Ramos |
| 1B | Ryan Zimmerman |
| 2B | Rougned Odor |
| SS | Adam Rosales |
| 3B | Mike Moustakas |
| OF One | Jayson Werth |
| OF Two | Nicky Delmonico |
| OF Three | Carlos Beltrán |
| Salary | $30,100 |
| Expected Points | 130.71 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $10,600 | 48.05 | 4.53 |
| Yu Darvish | STL | $9,300 | 38.64 | 4.15 |
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $8,900 | 35.38 | 3.97 |
| Drew Pomeranz | BOS | $8,400 | 35.04 | 4.17 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $10,600 | 48.05 | 4.53 |
| CC Sabathia | DET | $6,700 | 28.82 | 4.30 |
| Collin McHugh | PIT | $7,700 | 32.48 | 4.22 |
| Drew Pomeranz | BOS | $8,400 | 35.04 | 4.17 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $3,800 | 11.81 | 3.11 |
| Willson Contreras | ATL | $3,400 | 9.90 | 2.91 |
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $3,100 | 9.29 | 3.00 |
| Salvador Perez | NYY | $3,100 | 9.20 | 2.97 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Vogt | CLE | $2,100 | 8.02 | 3.82 |
| Russell Martin | KC | $2,400 | 8.67 | 3.61 |
| Matt Wieters | CHC | $2,300 | 8.11 | 3.53 |
| Austin Hedges | SD | $2,200 | 7.66 | 3.48 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,200 | 13.54 | 3.22 |
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $3,100 | 13.25 | 4.27 |
| Edwin Encarnacion | LAA | $4,200 | 13.06 | 3.11 |
| Justin Smoak | KC | $3,200 | 11.89 | 3.72 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $3,100 | 13.25 | 4.27 |
| Danny Valencia | TEX | $2,400 | 9.55 | 3.98 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $2,600 | 10.19 | 3.92 |
| Miguel Cabrera | CHW | $2,600 | 10.05 | 3.86 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,000 | 13.79 | 3.45 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,000 | 13.57 | 3.39 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,200 | 11.79 | 3.68 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $3,300 | 11.71 | 3.55 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,400 | 10.35 | 4.31 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,200 | 11.79 | 3.68 |
| Ian Kinsler | CHW | $3,000 | 10.90 | 3.63 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $3,300 | 11.71 | 3.55 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,600 | 14.51 | 3.15 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $3,500 | 12.64 | 3.61 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $3,900 | 11.78 | 3.02 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,000 | 11.59 | 2.90 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marwin González | PIT | $3,000 | 11.26 | 3.75 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $3,000 | 11.26 | 3.75 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,000 | 7.48 | 3.74 |
| Ryan Goins | KC | $2,100 | 7.82 | 3.72 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $4,200 | 13.57 | 3.23 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,800 | 13.47 | 3.54 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,300 | 13.43 | 3.12 |
| Adrián Béltre | TOR | $3,000 | 11.58 | 3.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $2,400 | 9.59 | 4.00 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,200 | 8.72 | 3.96 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,200 | 8.72 | 3.96 |
| Adrián Béltre | TOR | $3,000 | 11.58 | 3.86 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giancarlo Stanton | ARZ | $3,800 | 15.61 | 4.11 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,400 | 14.27 | 3.24 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,300 | 13.76 | 3.20 |
| George Springer | PIT | $3,700 | 13.57 | 3.67 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Werth | CHC | $2,400 | 10.70 | 4.46 |
| Nicky Delmonico | MIN | $2,800 | 12.25 | 4.38 |
| Nicky Delmonico | MIN | $2,800 | 12.25 | 4.38 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $3,000 | 12.57 | 4.19 |
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.