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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 | Cody Bellinger |
| 2B | DJ LeMahieu |
| SS | Didi Gregorius |
| 3B | Anthony Rendon |
| OF One | Joc Pederson |
| OF Two | Mikie Mahtook |
| OF Three | Steven Souza Jr. |
| Util | Trea Turner |
| Salary | $35,000 |
| Expected Points | 138.24 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,000 | 44.27 | 4.43 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,300 | 41.66 | 4.48 |
| Noah Syndergaard | CIN | $10,000 | 40.13 | 4.01 |
| Jon Lester | ATL | $9,000 | 34.77 | 3.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,300 | 41.66 | 4.48 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,000 | 44.27 | 4.43 |
| Chad Kuhl | LAD | $7,300 | 31.15 | 4.27 |
| Jeff Samardzija | SF | $6,200 | 26.27 | 4.24 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,300 | 13.39 | 3.11 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,300 | 12.66 | 3.84 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $3,900 | 12.60 | 3.23 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $3,900 | 12.60 | 3.23 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evan Gattis | PIT | $2,000 | 8.82 | 4.41 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $2,600 | 11.09 | 4.27 |
| Chance Sisco | BAL | $2,200 | 9.33 | 4.24 |
| Yonder Alonso | TEX | $2,600 | 10.84 | 4.17 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,800 | 12.96 | 3.41 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,200 | 12.77 | 3.04 |
| Asdrúbal Cabrera | CIN | $3,800 | 11.84 | 3.12 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,400 | 11.67 | 2.65 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chase Utley | STL | $2,500 | 10.84 | 4.33 |
| José Pirela | SD | $2,200 | 9.05 | 4.11 |
| José Pirela | SD | $2,200 | 9.05 | 4.11 |
| David Bote | ATL | $2,400 | 8.88 | 3.70 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,800 | 13.66 | 3.59 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,400 | 13.47 | 3.06 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,600 | 13.25 | 2.88 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $4,000 | 12.69 | 3.17 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,800 | 13.66 | 3.59 |
| Jedd Gyorko | WSH | $2,700 | 9.03 | 3.34 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,300 | 7.55 | 3.28 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,100 | 6.82 | 3.25 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,500 | 16.36 | 2.97 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $5,300 | 14.49 | 2.73 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $4,100 | 12.69 | 3.10 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,700 | 11.92 | 3.22 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,100 | 8.36 | 3.98 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,100 | 8.36 | 3.98 |
| Martín Prado | ARZ | $2,200 | 8.64 | 3.93 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $2,500 | 9.66 | 3.86 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,400 | 14.72 | 3.35 |
| Lorenzo Cain | NYY | $4,300 | 14.70 | 3.42 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $5,200 | 14.55 | 2.80 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,900 | 14.36 | 2.93 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joc Pederson | STL | $2,500 | 11.75 | 4.70 |
| Mikie Mahtook | CHW | $2,300 | 10.47 | 4.55 |
| Adam Engel | MIN | $2,000 | 8.67 | 4.34 |
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $2,500 | 10.77 | 4.31 |
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.