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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 FanDuel (ie. players from one team), and may cross over multiple slates. For more detailed and customizable lineup generation, please use the NHL FanDuel Optimizer.
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Centers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patrice Bergeron | BOS | $11,500 | 19.58 | 1.70 |
| Vincent Trocheck | CHI | $11,200 | 15.46 | 1.38 |
| David Krejci | BOS | $9,900 | 12.28 | 1.24 |
| Jared McCann | CHI | $7,900 | 7.83 | 0.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patrice Bergeron | BOS | $11,500 | 19.58 | 1.70 |
| Vincent Trocheck | CHI | $11,200 | 15.46 | 1.38 |
| David Krejci | BOS | $9,900 | 12.28 | 1.24 |
| Jared McCann | CHI | $7,900 | 7.83 | 0.99 |
Wings
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | BOS | $11,000 | 20.27 | 1.84 |
| Brad Marchand | BOS | $11,800 | 19.87 | 1.68 |
| Nick Bjugstad | CHI | $9,300 | 12.42 | 1.34 |
| Jonathan Huberdeau | CHI | $10,600 | 12.12 | 1.14 |
| Jake DeBrusk | BOS | $8,300 | 11.81 | 1.42 |
| David Backes | BOS | $8,800 | 11.78 | 1.34 |
| Colton Sceviour | CHI | $7,700 | 9.26 | 1.20 |
| Danton Heinen | BOS | $8,100 | 7.76 | 0.96 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | BOS | $11,000 | 20.27 | 1.84 |
| Brad Marchand | BOS | $11,800 | 19.87 | 1.68 |
| Jake DeBrusk | BOS | $8,300 | 11.81 | 1.42 |
| Nick Bjugstad | CHI | $9,300 | 12.42 | 1.34 |
| David Backes | BOS | $8,800 | 11.78 | 1.34 |
| Colton Sceviour | CHI | $7,700 | 9.26 | 1.20 |
| Jonathan Huberdeau | CHI | $10,600 | 12.12 | 1.14 |
| Danton Heinen | BOS | $8,100 | 7.76 | 0.96 |
Defensemen
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torey Krug | BOS | $9,300 | 16.27 | 1.75 |
| Keith Yandle | CHI | $9,000 | 11.58 | 1.29 |
| Zdeno Chara | BOS | $7,800 | 10.60 | 1.36 |
| Aaron Ekblad | CHI | $8,700 | 9.09 | 1.04 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torey Krug | BOS | $9,300 | 16.27 | 1.75 |
| Zdeno Chara | BOS | $7,800 | 10.60 | 1.36 |
| Keith Yandle | CHI | $9,000 | 11.58 | 1.29 |
| Charlie McAvoy | BOS | $8,000 | 8.76 | 1.10 |
Goalies
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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.