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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 | Charlie Morton |
| C/1B | Matt Olson |
| 2B | Brian Dozier |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Nolan Arenado |
| OF One | Matt Joyce |
| OF Two | Leury García |
| OF Three | Travis Jankowski |
| Util | Matt Adams |
| Salary | $34,400 |
| Expected Points | 135.6 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $10,000 | 41.29 | 4.13 |
| Kenta Maeda | STL | $8,600 | 36.81 | 4.28 |
| Eduardo Rodríguez | BOS | $7,300 | 32.49 | 4.45 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $9,500 | 32.13 | 3.38 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Sanchez | KC | $6,500 | 29.00 | 4.46 |
| Eduardo Rodríguez | BOS | $7,300 | 32.49 | 4.45 |
| Jason Hammel | NYY | $6,000 | 26.52 | 4.42 |
| Sonny Gray | DET | $6,000 | 26.38 | 4.40 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Adams | NYM | $3,800 | 12.47 | 3.28 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $3,800 | 12.47 | 3.28 |
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $2,900 | 11.94 | 4.12 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,600 | 11.93 | 3.31 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Olson | SEA | $2,600 | 11.73 | 4.51 |
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,000 | 8.65 | 4.33 |
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,000 | 8.65 | 4.33 |
| Chance Sisco | BAL | $2,000 | 8.57 | 4.28 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,300 | 13.28 | 4.02 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,900 | 12.43 | 3.19 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $3,300 | 11.52 | 3.49 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $3,800 | 10.77 | 2.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pat Valaika | TB | $2,000 | 8.68 | 4.34 |
| Pat Valaika | TB | $2,000 | 8.68 | 4.34 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $2,000 | 8.51 | 4.26 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $2,000 | 8.51 | 4.26 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $3,600 | 12.49 | 3.47 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,700 | 12.11 | 2.58 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $3,300 | 11.96 | 3.62 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,000 | 11.66 | 2.92 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,200 | 8.74 | 3.97 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,000 | 7.55 | 3.77 |
| Aledmys Díaz | KC | $2,300 | 8.40 | 3.65 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $3,300 | 11.96 | 3.62 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,700 | 14.42 | 3.07 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $4,300 | 12.65 | 0.00 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,800 | 12.35 | 3.25 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,900 | 11.99 | 3.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,100 | 7.96 | 3.79 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,000 | 11.15 | 3.72 |
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $2,800 | 10.01 | 3.57 |
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $2,800 | 10.01 | 3.57 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,400 | 15.68 | 2.90 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,300 | 15.36 | 2.90 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,700 | 13.79 | 2.42 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,500 | 12.72 | 2.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $2,300 | 10.83 | 4.71 |
| Leury García | MIN | $2,100 | 9.79 | 4.66 |
| Travis Jankowski | SD | $2,000 | 9.30 | 4.65 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $2,200 | 9.91 | 4.50 |
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.