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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 | Ty Blach |
| C/1B | Freddie Freeman |
| 2B | César Hernández |
| SS | Jean Segura |
| 3B | Travis Shaw |
| OF One | Curtis Granderson |
| OF Two | Austin Jackson |
| OF Three | Dexter Fowler |
| Util | José Abreu |
| Salary | $30,200 |
| Expected Points | 117.51 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,400 | 53.68 | 4.71 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $11,500 | 46.99 | 4.09 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $10,300 | 45.07 | 4.38 |
| Jordan Montgomery | DET | $7,300 | 33.17 | 4.54 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ty Blach | SF | $6,400 | 30.25 | 4.73 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,400 | 53.68 | 4.71 |
| Kendall Graveman | SEA | $5,500 | 25.57 | 4.65 |
| J.A. Happ | KC | $7,100 | 32.32 | 4.55 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,200 | 13.00 | 3.09 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $3,900 | 12.10 | 3.10 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,800 | 12.04 | 4.30 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,800 | 11.95 | 3.14 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryon Healy | TEX | $2,000 | 8.94 | 4.47 |
| C.J. Cron | MIL | $2,100 | 9.02 | 4.30 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,800 | 12.04 | 4.30 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,600 | 11.04 | 4.25 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,300 | 13.91 | 3.23 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,400 | 11.27 | 3.31 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $2,900 | 10.19 | 3.51 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,800 | 10.00 | 3.57 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Zobrist | ATL | $2,300 | 9.20 | 4.00 |
| Ben Zobrist | ATL | $2,300 | 9.20 | 4.00 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,300 | 8.81 | 3.83 |
| Kolten Wong | WSH | $2,000 | 7.54 | 3.77 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,600 | 12.07 | 2.62 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,600 | 11.71 | 2.55 |
| Corey Seager | STL | $3,400 | 10.56 | 3.10 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $3,500 | 10.38 | 2.97 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,000 | 8.04 | 4.02 |
| Alcides Escobar | NYY | $2,200 | 8.20 | 3.73 |
| J.P. Crawford | HOU | $2,200 | 8.04 | 3.65 |
| José Reyes | CIN | $2,200 | 7.95 | 3.61 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,200 | 13.20 | 3.14 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,700 | 11.89 | 3.21 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,900 | 11.85 | 3.04 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,800 | 11.00 | 2.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Villanueva | SD | $2,000 | 8.62 | 4.31 |
| Cheslor Cuthbert | NYY | $2,300 | 9.08 | 3.95 |
| Evan Longoria | SF | $2,200 | 8.53 | 3.88 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,400 | 8.91 | 3.71 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,600 | 15.00 | 3.26 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 14.64 | 3.05 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,500 | 13.49 | 3.00 |
| Giancarlo Stanton | DET | $4,400 | 13.21 | 3.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,000 | 10.46 | 5.23 |
| Austin Jackson | LAA | $2,000 | 9.80 | 4.90 |
| Dexter Fowler | WSH | $2,100 | 10.02 | 4.77 |
| Nicky Delmonico | MIN | $2,100 | 9.85 | 4.69 |
Picks are based on historical performance and match-up. Picks are updated regularly, but we advise that you 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. Sample lineups are provided as thought-starters, and are not intended for direct use.