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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 DraftKings Optimizer.
| P One | Noah Syndergaard |
| P Two | Max Scherzer |
| C | Manny Piña |
| 1B | Eric Thames |
| 2B | Joey Wendle |
| SS | Pat Valaika |
| 3B | Yolmer Sánchez |
| OF One | Denard Span |
| OF Two | Carlos Gómez |
| OF Three | Tommy Pham |
| Salary | $49,600 |
| Expected Points | 115.69 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $12,600 | 26.87 | 2.13 |
| Noah Syndergaard | CIN | $12,300 | 23.73 | 1.93 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,700 | 21.70 | 1.85 |
| Jon Gray | TB | $7,900 | 19.65 | 2.49 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garrett Richards | MIL | $6,700 | 16.72 | 2.49 |
| Jon Gray | TB | $7,900 | 19.65 | 2.49 |
| José Ureña | ARZ | $5,600 | 13.26 | 2.37 |
| Dylan Bundy | BAL | $8,100 | 18.30 | 2.26 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Iannetta | TB | $4,000 | 7.55 | 1.89 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $3,100 | 7.18 | 2.32 |
| Brian McCann | PIT | $3,400 | 6.80 | 2.00 |
| Russell Martin | KC | $3,600 | 6.66 | 1.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan Holaday | ARZ | $2,100 | 5.12 | 2.44 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $3,100 | 7.18 | 2.32 |
| Tucker Barnhart | PHI | $2,800 | 6.37 | 2.27 |
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $2,900 | 6.22 | 2.14 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,600 | 9.27 | 2.02 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,200 | 9.18 | 2.18 |
| Eric Hosmer | NYY | $4,300 | 9.07 | 2.11 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $3,600 | 8.73 | 2.43 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,900 | 7.29 | 2.51 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $3,600 | 8.73 | 2.43 |
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $2,900 | 7.00 | 2.41 |
| C.J. Cron | MIL | $3,000 | 7.16 | 2.39 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $5,400 | 9.89 | 1.83 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $5,000 | 9.27 | 1.85 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $3,600 | 8.86 | 2.46 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $4,200 | 8.50 | 2.02 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,300 | 8.24 | 2.50 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $3,600 | 8.86 | 2.46 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,200 | 7.80 | 2.44 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,100 | 7.37 | 2.38 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,700 | 10.01 | 2.13 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,400 | 9.72 | 2.21 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,500 | 9.03 | 2.01 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $5,100 | 8.63 | 1.69 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pat Valaika | TB | $2,800 | 8.28 | 2.96 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $3,500 | 8.18 | 2.34 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $2,900 | 6.47 | 2.23 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,400 | 9.72 | 2.21 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,700 | 11.35 | 1.99 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,500 | 9.03 | 2.01 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $3,600 | 8.86 | 2.46 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,300 | 8.80 | 2.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $3,600 | 8.86 | 2.46 |
| Deven Marrero | BOS | $2,800 | 6.71 | 2.39 |
| Danny Valencia | TEX | $2,900 | 6.82 | 2.35 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,500 | 8.05 | 2.30 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,800 | 11.54 | 1.99 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,500 | 10.51 | 1.91 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $5,600 | 10.42 | 1.86 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,900 | 8.94 | 1.52 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Gómez | TOR | $3,000 | 8.17 | 2.72 |
| Dexter Fowler | WSH | $3,100 | 7.92 | 2.55 |
| Tommy Pham | WSH | $3,400 | 8.64 | 2.54 |
| Domingo Santana | CLE | $3,300 | 8.26 | 2.50 |
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.