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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 | Chris Sale |
| P Two | Justin Verlander |
| C | James McCann |
| 1B | José Martínez |
| 2B | Chase Utley |
| SS | Ehire Adrianza |
| 3B | Miguel Andújar |
| OF One | Matt Joyce |
| OF Two | Aaron Altherr |
| OF Three | Grégor Blanco |
| Salary | $50,000 |
| Expected Points | 118.02 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $13,300 | 28.72 | 2.16 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $13,000 | 27.94 | 2.15 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $12,400 | 26.34 | 2.12 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $11,300 | 21.68 | 1.92 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon McCarthy | NYM | $5,600 | 13.93 | 2.49 |
| Jason Hammel | NYY | $4,500 | 11.03 | 2.45 |
| Jake Arrieta | ATL | $8,100 | 18.95 | 2.34 |
| Sonny Gray | DET | $6,700 | 14.68 | 2.19 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $3,700 | 8.32 | 2.25 |
| James McCann | CHW | $3,000 | 7.68 | 2.56 |
| Chris Iannetta | TB | $3,400 | 7.64 | 2.25 |
| Willson Contreras | ATL | $7,400 | 7.56 | 1.02 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James McCann | CHW | $3,000 | 7.68 | 2.56 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $3,000 | 7.55 | 2.52 |
| Sandy Leon | BOS | $2,600 | 5.97 | 2.29 |
| Roberto Pérez | LAA | $2,500 | 5.68 | 2.27 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,300 | 10.54 | 1.99 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,300 | 9.88 | 2.30 |
| Ryan Braun | CLE | $4,600 | 9.80 | 2.13 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $3,400 | 9.33 | 2.74 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Martínez | WSH | $3,400 | 9.33 | 2.74 |
| Trey Mancini | BAL | $3,400 | 8.42 | 2.48 |
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $3,300 | 8.11 | 2.46 |
| Justin Smoak | KC | $3,000 | 6.98 | 2.33 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,800 | 9.82 | 2.04 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $5,200 | 9.67 | 1.86 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,200 | 9.33 | 2.22 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $4,000 | 9.13 | 2.28 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chase Utley | STL | $3,000 | 7.82 | 2.61 |
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $3,300 | 8.16 | 2.47 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $4,000 | 9.13 | 2.28 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $3,500 | 7.92 | 2.26 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,800 | 10.40 | 2.17 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,400 | 10.13 | 1.88 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,700 | 9.59 | 2.04 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $4,600 | 9.52 | 2.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,400 | 6.38 | 2.66 |
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,800 | 7.04 | 2.51 |
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $3,100 | 7.52 | 2.42 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,600 | 6.17 | 2.37 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $4,300 | 10.14 | 2.36 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,600 | 10.04 | 1.79 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $11,200 | 9.73 | 0.87 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $3,700 | 8.88 | 2.40 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miguel Andújar | DET | $3,400 | 8.27 | 2.43 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $3,700 | 8.88 | 2.40 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $4,300 | 10.14 | 2.36 |
| Martín Prado | ARZ | $2,800 | 6.62 | 2.36 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,500 | 11.45 | 2.08 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,900 | 10.85 | 1.84 |
| George Springer | PIT | $4,800 | 10.70 | 2.23 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $5,200 | 10.69 | 2.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $3,000 | 8.05 | 2.68 |
| Guillermo Heredia | TEX | $2,600 | 6.70 | 2.58 |
| Aaron Altherr | HOU | $3,600 | 9.08 | 2.52 |
| Harrison Bader | WSH | $3,300 | 8.29 | 2.51 |
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.