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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 | Luke Weaver |
| C/1B | Freddie Freeman |
| 2B | Sean Rodríguez |
| SS | Max Moroff |
| 3B | Travis Shaw |
| OF One | Joc Pederson |
| OF Two | Daniel Palka |
| OF Three | Aaron Altherr |
| Util | Trea Turner |
| Salary | $30,300 |
| Expected Points | 124.26 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $11,700 | 49.22 | 4.21 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,300 | 48.16 | 4.26 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,200 | 45.96 | 4.10 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $9,500 | 40.73 | 4.29 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Weaver | WSH | $5,900 | 30.17 | 5.11 |
| Sonny Gray | DET | $6,400 | 28.28 | 4.42 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $9,500 | 40.73 | 4.29 |
| Jake Arrieta | ATL | $8,000 | 34.26 | 4.28 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,300 | 13.99 | 3.25 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,400 | 13.06 | 3.84 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $3,400 | 12.23 | 3.60 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,200 | 12.10 | 2.88 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evan Gattis | PIT | $2,000 | 8.91 | 4.45 |
| Yonder Alonso | TEX | $2,600 | 11.22 | 4.31 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $2,600 | 11.09 | 4.27 |
| Chance Sisco | BAL | $2,000 | 8.33 | 4.16 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,200 | 12.57 | 2.99 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,800 | 12.30 | 3.24 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $4,000 | 11.79 | 2.95 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,700 | 11.32 | 3.06 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,100 | 9.37 | 4.46 |
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,100 | 9.37 | 4.46 |
| Chase Utley | STL | $2,300 | 10.24 | 4.45 |
| José Pirela | SD | $2,200 | 9.04 | 4.11 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,800 | 13.31 | 3.50 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,800 | 13.29 | 2.77 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,000 | 12.58 | 3.14 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $4,100 | 12.53 | 3.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Moroff | LAD | $2,000 | 9.78 | 4.89 |
| Jedd Gyorko | WSH | $2,800 | 10.60 | 3.79 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,200 | 8.26 | 3.75 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,800 | 13.31 | 3.50 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $4,100 | 13.46 | 3.28 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,500 | 13.32 | 2.42 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $5,100 | 12.95 | 2.54 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $0 | 12.17 | 0.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,100 | 8.63 | 4.11 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,100 | 8.63 | 4.11 |
| Martín Prado | ARZ | $2,100 | 8.50 | 4.05 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $2,500 | 9.75 | 3.90 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,000 | 15.08 | 3.02 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,800 | 14.38 | 3.00 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,700 | 14.31 | 3.04 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $5,200 | 14.28 | 2.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joc Pederson | STL | $2,400 | 11.04 | 4.60 |
| Nicky Delmonico | MIN | $2,300 | 9.93 | 4.32 |
| Mikie Mahtook | CHW | $2,300 | 9.94 | 4.32 |
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $2,500 | 10.72 | 4.29 |
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.