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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 | Mike Clevinger |
| C/1B | Robinson Chirinos |
| 2B | Jonathan Schoop |
| SS | Pat Valaika |
| 3B | Kris Bryant |
| OF One | Andrew McCutchen |
| OF Two | Brett Gardner |
| OF Three | Dexter Fowler |
| Util | Trevor Story |
| Salary | $31,200 |
| Expected Points | 124.67 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $11,400 | 46.83 | 4.11 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,100 | 39.75 | 4.37 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $8,200 | 36.46 | 4.45 |
| Jake Arrieta | ATL | $8,900 | 35.98 | 4.04 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $8,200 | 36.46 | 4.45 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,100 | 39.75 | 4.37 |
| Eduardo Rodríguez | BOS | $7,000 | 30.14 | 4.31 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $11,400 | 46.83 | 4.11 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Votto | PHI | $3,700 | 12.37 | 3.34 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,000 | 12.06 | 2.41 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $3,800 | 11.61 | 3.05 |
| Ian Desmond | TB | $3,800 | 11.50 | 3.03 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $2,000 | 9.37 | 4.69 |
| Adrián González | NYM | $2,100 | 9.43 | 4.49 |
| Austin Barnes | STL | $2,300 | 10.09 | 4.39 |
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $2,300 | 9.82 | 4.27 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,600 | 13.34 | 2.90 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,100 | 13.01 | 3.17 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $3,200 | 11.10 | 3.47 |
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $3,400 | 10.34 | 3.04 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Zobrist | ATL | $2,100 | 9.04 | 4.30 |
| Ben Zobrist | ATL | $2,100 | 9.04 | 4.30 |
| Kolten Wong | WSH | $2,000 | 8.03 | 4.02 |
| Howie Kendrick | CHC | $2,500 | 9.30 | 3.72 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $3,600 | 13.07 | 3.63 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,900 | 13.02 | 3.34 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,400 | 12.76 | 2.90 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $3,900 | 12.23 | 3.13 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pat Valaika | TB | $2,100 | 9.85 | 4.69 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $3,600 | 13.07 | 3.63 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,900 | 13.02 | 3.34 |
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,100 | 6.90 | 3.29 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,200 | 15.77 | 3.03 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $4,600 | 13.67 | 2.97 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,100 | 12.88 | 3.14 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,900 | 11.11 | 2.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logan Forsythe | STL | $2,100 | 8.39 | 3.99 |
| Chase Headley | SD | $2,000 | 7.84 | 3.92 |
| Chase Headley | SD | $2,000 | 7.84 | 3.92 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,700 | 9.83 | 3.64 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Judge | DET | $5,000 | 14.38 | 2.88 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,300 | 14.05 | 3.27 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,700 | 13.67 | 2.91 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,000 | 13.58 | 2.72 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew McCutchen | LAD | $2,200 | 9.72 | 4.42 |
| Nicky Delmonico | MIN | $2,100 | 9.09 | 4.33 |
| Nick Williams | HOU | $2,000 | 8.62 | 4.31 |
| Randal Grichuk | WSH | $2,200 | 9.19 | 4.18 |
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.