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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 | Zack Wheeler |
| C/1B | Austin Barnes |
| 2B | José Altuve |
| SS | Trea Turner |
| 3B | Josh Donaldson |
| OF One | Matt Joyce |
| OF Two | Carlos González |
| OF Three | Adam Duvall |
| Util | Edwin Encarnacion |
| Salary | $31,700 |
| Expected Points | 124.96 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.A. Happ | KC | $9,500 | 39.82 | 4.19 |
| Gerrit Cole | LAD | $11,000 | 38.92 | 3.54 |
| Rick Porcello | BOS | $9,000 | 35.22 | 3.91 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $8,400 | 34.69 | 4.13 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $6,100 | 27.16 | 4.45 |
| J.A. Happ | KC | $9,500 | 39.82 | 4.19 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $8,400 | 34.69 | 4.13 |
| Wei-Yin Chen | ARZ | $5,800 | 23.71 | 4.09 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edwin Encarnacion | LAA | $3,900 | 13.33 | 3.42 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,500 | 13.04 | 2.90 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $3,300 | 12.60 | 3.82 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $2,800 | 12.49 | 4.46 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Barnes | STL | $2,100 | 9.92 | 4.72 |
| Austin Barnes | STL | $2,100 | 9.92 | 4.72 |
| Neil Walker | CLE | $2,000 | 9.25 | 4.62 |
| Neil Walker | CLE | $2,000 | 9.25 | 4.62 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,100 | 13.67 | 3.33 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,700 | 11.90 | 3.22 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,300 | 11.79 | 3.57 |
| Jed Lowrie | SEA | $4,300 | 10.92 | 2.54 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alen Hanson | MIN | $2,300 | 9.08 | 3.95 |
| Alen Hanson | MIN | $2,300 | 9.08 | 3.95 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $2,000 | 7.77 | 3.88 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $2,000 | 7.77 | 3.88 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,200 | 13.59 | 3.24 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,600 | 12.92 | 2.81 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $4,400 | 12.84 | 2.92 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $3,900 | 12.56 | 3.22 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,200 | 8.88 | 4.03 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,100 | 7.60 | 3.62 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,000 | 7.12 | 3.56 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,300 | 8.03 | 3.49 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,500 | 13.22 | 3.78 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,800 | 12.69 | 3.34 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,700 | 12.01 | 2.55 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $4,300 | 12.00 | 0.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,500 | 13.22 | 3.78 |
| Alex Blandino | PHI | $2,500 | 9.19 | 3.68 |
| Alex Blandino | PHI | $2,500 | 9.19 | 3.68 |
| Jedd Gyorko | WSH | $2,800 | 10.15 | 3.63 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,400 | 15.20 | 2.81 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,500 | 14.83 | 2.70 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,600 | 14.23 | 3.09 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,200 | 13.85 | 3.30 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $2,500 | 11.76 | 4.70 |
| Carlos González | TB | $2,500 | 11.01 | 4.40 |
| Jake Marisnick | PIT | $2,200 | 9.46 | 4.30 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $2,100 | 8.95 | 4.26 |
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.