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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 | Drew Pomeranz |
| C/1B | Logan Morrison |
| 2B | Whit Merrifield |
| SS | Eduardo Núñez |
| 3B | Travis Shaw |
| OF One | Nicky Delmonico |
| OF Two | Austin Jackson |
| OF Three | Ryan Braun |
| Util | Anthony Rizzo |
| Salary | $30,900 |
| Expected Points | 120.06 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $11,500 | 47.83 | 4.16 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,100 | 47.08 | 4.24 |
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $11,400 | 45.38 | 3.98 |
| Noah Syndergaard | CIN | $10,700 | 41.88 | 3.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drew Pomeranz | BOS | $7,200 | 32.53 | 4.52 |
| Michael Wacha | WSH | $6,600 | 29.76 | 4.51 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,100 | 47.08 | 4.24 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $11,500 | 47.83 | 4.16 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,000 | 13.44 | 3.36 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $3,800 | 12.54 | 3.30 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $3,900 | 12.19 | 3.12 |
| Ryan Braun | CLE | $2,900 | 11.79 | 4.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,500 | 10.30 | 4.12 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,500 | 10.30 | 4.12 |
| Ryan Braun | CLE | $2,900 | 11.79 | 4.07 |
| Ryan Braun | CLE | $2,900 | 11.79 | 4.07 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,100 | 13.14 | 3.20 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,500 | 12.75 | 2.83 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,400 | 11.40 | 3.35 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,400 | 11.40 | 3.35 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,700 | 9.76 | 3.61 |
| Brock Holt | BOS | $2,300 | 8.20 | 3.57 |
| Brock Holt | BOS | $2,300 | 8.20 | 3.57 |
| Dixon Machado | CHW | $2,400 | 8.50 | 3.54 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,500 | 12.47 | 2.77 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $4,600 | 11.55 | 2.51 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,700 | 11.33 | 2.41 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $3,400 | 11.00 | 3.24 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jean Segura | TEX | $2,700 | 10.99 | 4.07 |
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $2,300 | 9.36 | 4.07 |
| Jedd Gyorko | WSH | $2,400 | 9.72 | 4.05 |
| Jurickson Profar | TOR | $2,200 | 8.65 | 3.93 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $5,100 | 14.02 | 2.75 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,800 | 12.21 | 2.54 |
| Todd Frazier | DET | $4,100 | 11.74 | 2.86 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,600 | 11.65 | 3.24 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $3,000 | 10.74 | 3.58 |
| Deven Marrero | BOS | $2,100 | 7.20 | 3.43 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,800 | 9.36 | 3.34 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,800 | 9.36 | 3.34 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,200 | 15.24 | 2.93 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $5,100 | 14.61 | 2.86 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,400 | 14.50 | 2.68 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,000 | 14.14 | 2.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicky Delmonico | MIN | $2,100 | 9.55 | 4.55 |
| Austin Jackson | LAA | $2,200 | 9.55 | 4.34 |
| Jon Jay | ATL | $2,200 | 9.47 | 4.31 |
| Tyler Naquin | LAA | $2,100 | 8.85 | 4.21 |
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.