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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 | Stephen Strasburg |
| C/1B | Robinson Chirinos |
| 2B | Daniel Descalso |
| SS | Tim Anderson |
| 3B | Cory Spangenberg |
| OF One | David Dahl |
| OF Two | Aaron Altherr |
| OF Three | Jay Bruce |
| Util | Joey Votto |
| Salary | $32,900 |
| Expected Points | 140.61 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,200 | 47.80 | 4.69 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,600 | 47.12 | 4.06 |
| Gerrit Cole | LAD | $11,200 | 40.30 | 3.60 |
| J.A. Happ | KC | $9,100 | 35.61 | 3.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,200 | 47.80 | 4.69 |
| Tyler Chatwood | ATL | $5,900 | 26.28 | 4.45 |
| Jameson Taillon | LAD | $7,400 | 32.19 | 4.35 |
| Cole Hamels | TOR | $8,400 | 34.20 | 4.07 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,500 | 14.24 | 3.16 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $3,800 | 13.26 | 3.49 |
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $3,600 | 12.67 | 3.52 |
| Mitch Moreland | BOS | $3,600 | 12.17 | 3.38 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $2,100 | 9.64 | 4.59 |
| Victor Martinez | CHW | $2,200 | 9.73 | 4.42 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,300 | 9.68 | 4.21 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,300 | 9.68 | 4.21 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $4,300 | 12.95 | 3.01 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,100 | 12.63 | 3.08 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,800 | 12.41 | 3.27 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,100 | 11.85 | 2.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolten Wong | WSH | $2,000 | 8.54 | 4.27 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,500 | 10.22 | 4.09 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $2,400 | 9.57 | 3.99 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $2,000 | 7.48 | 3.74 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,300 | 12.76 | 2.97 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,900 | 12.62 | 2.58 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,200 | 12.34 | 2.94 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $3,000 | 11.88 | 3.96 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcides Escobar | NYY | $2,300 | 9.38 | 4.08 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $3,000 | 11.88 | 3.96 |
| Ramón Torres | NYY | $2,200 | 7.92 | 3.60 |
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,000 | 7.00 | 3.50 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,900 | 14.01 | 2.86 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,700 | 12.99 | 3.51 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,600 | 12.82 | 2.79 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $3,900 | 12.69 | 3.25 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,000 | 9.23 | 4.62 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,000 | 9.23 | 4.62 |
| José Bautista | KC | $2,000 | 8.74 | 4.37 |
| José Bautista | KC | $2,000 | 8.74 | 4.37 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,700 | 16.07 | 3.42 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,300 | 15.77 | 2.97 |
| David Dahl | TB | $3,400 | 14.28 | 4.20 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,300 | 13.63 | 3.17 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jarrod Dyson | TEX | $2,200 | 9.75 | 4.43 |
| Ben Gamel | TEX | $2,100 | 9.30 | 4.43 |
| Carlos Gómez | TOR | $2,000 | 8.71 | 4.35 |
| Trayce Thompson | STL | $2,000 | 8.65 | 4.32 |
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.