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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 | Rich Hill |
| C/1B | Logan Morrison |
| 2B | Scooter Gennett |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Todd Frazier |
| OF One | Nicky Delmonico |
| OF Two | Andrew McCutchen |
| OF Three | Eddie Rosario |
| Util | Freddie Freeman |
| Salary | $32,200 |
| Expected Points | 129.8 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerrit Cole | LAD | $9,100 | 41.47 | 4.56 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $8,700 | 41.30 | 4.75 |
| Yu Darvish | STL | $8,900 | 36.88 | 4.14 |
| Gio González | CHC | $8,500 | 36.66 | 4.31 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rich Hill | STL | $8,700 | 41.30 | 4.75 |
| Gerrit Cole | LAD | $9,100 | 41.47 | 4.56 |
| Vince Velasquez | HOU | $6,200 | 27.11 | 4.37 |
| Gio González | CHC | $8,500 | 36.66 | 4.31 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,100 | 14.58 | 2.86 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $3,700 | 12.69 | 3.43 |
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $2,600 | 11.80 | 4.54 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,500 | 11.58 | 3.31 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $2,300 | 10.45 | 4.54 |
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $2,600 | 11.80 | 4.54 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,000 | 8.42 | 4.21 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,000 | 8.42 | 4.21 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,700 | 13.74 | 2.92 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,500 | 12.41 | 2.76 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $3,600 | 11.20 | 3.11 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,300 | 10.73 | 2.49 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolten Wong | WSH | $2,000 | 7.80 | 3.90 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,400 | 9.37 | 3.90 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $2,800 | 10.48 | 3.74 |
| Devon Travis | KC | $2,300 | 8.52 | 3.70 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $4,400 | 13.42 | 3.05 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,500 | 13.11 | 2.91 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,900 | 11.59 | 2.97 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $3,500 | 10.92 | 3.12 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Goins | KC | $2,000 | 7.14 | 3.57 |
| Ryan Goins | KC | $2,000 | 7.14 | 3.57 |
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,000 | 7.04 | 3.52 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,400 | 7.99 | 3.33 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $4,500 | 14.18 | 3.15 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,200 | 13.32 | 2.56 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,900 | 12.83 | 3.29 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,300 | 12.77 | 2.97 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Seager | TEX | $2,400 | 9.99 | 4.16 |
| Todd Frazier | DET | $2,800 | 10.39 | 3.71 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,500 | 9.17 | 3.67 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,500 | 9.17 | 3.67 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,300 | 14.65 | 2.76 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 14.50 | 3.02 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,900 | 14.48 | 2.96 |
| Giancarlo Stanton | DET | $4,800 | 14.28 | 2.98 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicky Delmonico | MIN | $2,100 | 10.26 | 4.89 |
| Andrew McCutchen | LAD | $2,300 | 10.93 | 4.75 |
| Michael Brantley | LAA | $2,500 | 10.47 | 4.19 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $2,400 | 9.99 | 4.16 |
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.