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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 | J.D. Davis |
| 2B | Josh Harrison |
| SS | Carlos Correa |
| 3B | Anthony Rendon |
| OF One | Tyler O’Neill |
| OF Two | Robbie Grossman |
| OF Three | Dexter Fowler |
| Util | Freddie Freeman |
| Salary | $31,100 |
| Expected Points | 128.43 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,500 | 52.91 | 4.60 |
| Gerrit Cole | LAD | $11,800 | 47.38 | 4.02 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $9,600 | 37.48 | 3.90 |
| J.A. Happ | KC | $9,000 | 36.58 | 4.06 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Weaver | WSH | $6,400 | 34.96 | 5.46 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,500 | 52.91 | 4.60 |
| Lance Lynn | WSH | $5,800 | 26.68 | 4.60 |
| Chad Bettis | TB | $6,700 | 29.12 | 4.35 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,900 | 13.46 | 2.75 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,300 | 13.36 | 3.11 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,100 | 12.47 | 3.04 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $3,200 | 12.30 | 3.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.D. Davis | PIT | $2,100 | 10.38 | 4.94 |
| Alex Avila | ATL | $2,000 | 9.08 | 4.54 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,200 | 9.73 | 4.42 |
| Ji-Man Choi | DET | $2,300 | 9.85 | 4.28 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,000 | 13.89 | 3.47 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,700 | 13.03 | 3.52 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,800 | 11.55 | 3.04 |
| Jed Lowrie | SEA | $4,000 | 10.75 | 2.69 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Goins | KC | $2,000 | 8.94 | 4.47 |
| Kolten Wong | WSH | $2,200 | 9.10 | 4.13 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,400 | 9.81 | 4.09 |
| Devon Travis | KC | $2,000 | 7.82 | 3.91 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,800 | 14.51 | 3.02 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,400 | 13.52 | 3.07 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $3,700 | 13.36 | 3.61 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,500 | 11.89 | 2.64 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Reyes | CIN | $2,200 | 9.70 | 4.41 |
| José Reyes | CIN | $2,200 | 9.70 | 4.41 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,000 | 7.69 | 3.85 |
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $2,100 | 8.05 | 3.83 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,800 | 12.76 | 3.36 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $3,600 | 11.93 | 3.31 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $4,500 | 11.80 | 0.00 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $4,000 | 11.76 | 2.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Reyes | CIN | $2,200 | 9.70 | 4.41 |
| José Reyes | CIN | $2,200 | 9.70 | 4.41 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,300 | 9.26 | 4.03 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,300 | 9.26 | 4.03 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giancarlo Stanton | DET | $5,100 | 14.67 | 2.88 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,400 | 13.94 | 2.58 |
| George Springer | PIT | $3,700 | 13.79 | 3.73 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 13.56 | 2.82 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler O’Neill | WSH | $2,500 | 12.20 | 4.88 |
| Robbie Grossman | OAK | $2,000 | 9.45 | 4.73 |
| Domingo Santana | CLE | $2,300 | 10.21 | 4.44 |
| Melky Cabrera | NYY | $2,000 | 8.61 | 4.30 |
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.