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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 | Aaron Sanchez |
| C/1B | Logan Morrison |
| 2B | Jonathan Schoop |
| SS | Pat Valaika |
| 3B | Matt Davidson |
| OF One | Curtis Granderson |
| OF Two | Eddie Rosario |
| OF Three | Dexter Fowler |
| Util | Paul Goldschmidt |
| Salary | $26,200 |
| Expected Points | 117 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corey Kluber | LAA | $11,300 | 48.65 | 4.31 |
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $11,400 | 48.23 | 4.23 |
| Luis Severino | DET | $10,600 | 42.60 | 4.02 |
| Noah Syndergaard | CIN | $10,800 | 42.05 | 3.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Sanchez | KC | $5,900 | 28.69 | 4.86 |
| Dallas Keuchel | PIT | $8,800 | 40.33 | 4.58 |
| Jon Gray | TB | $7,800 | 35.47 | 4.55 |
| Corey Kluber | LAA | $11,300 | 48.65 | 4.31 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Smoak | KC | $3,600 | 12.34 | 3.43 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $3,400 | 11.71 | 3.44 |
| Edwin Encarnacion | LAA | $3,800 | 11.42 | 3.01 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,800 | 11.10 | 3.96 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $2,000 | 9.52 | 4.76 |
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,100 | 8.44 | 4.02 |
| Brandon Belt | SF | $2,500 | 9.94 | 3.98 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,800 | 11.10 | 3.96 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,500 | 12.04 | 2.68 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,400 | 11.00 | 2.50 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $3,700 | 10.93 | 2.95 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,600 | 10.87 | 3.02 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolten Wong | WSH | $2,000 | 8.07 | 4.03 |
| Devon Travis | KC | $2,400 | 9.22 | 3.84 |
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,100 | 7.80 | 3.71 |
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,100 | 7.80 | 3.71 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,200 | 12.33 | 2.94 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,800 | 11.59 | 3.05 |
| Pat Valaika | TB | $2,000 | 11.01 | 5.51 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $3,600 | 10.54 | 2.93 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pat Valaika | TB | $2,000 | 11.01 | 5.51 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $2,600 | 10.34 | 3.98 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,200 | 8.24 | 3.74 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $2,900 | 9.59 | 3.31 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,500 | 13.89 | 3.09 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $4,100 | 12.76 | 3.11 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,900 | 11.62 | 2.98 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,800 | 11.12 | 2.93 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Villanueva | SD | $2,000 | 9.51 | 4.75 |
| Deven Marrero | BOS | $2,000 | 8.08 | 4.04 |
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,000 | 8.01 | 4.01 |
| Logan Forsythe | STL | $2,300 | 9.02 | 3.92 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,000 | 14.84 | 2.97 |
| Giancarlo Stanton | DET | $4,700 | 14.17 | 3.01 |
| Adam Eaton | CHC | $3,900 | 12.30 | 3.15 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,100 | 12.26 | 2.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,100 | 10.52 | 5.01 |
| Dexter Fowler | WSH | $2,200 | 10.63 | 4.83 |
| Nicky Delmonico | MIN | $2,100 | 9.25 | 4.40 |
| Rajai Davis | BOS | $2,200 | 9.34 | 4.25 |
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.