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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 | Justin Verlander |
| C/1B | Robinson Chirinos |
| 2B | Daniel Descalso |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Jake Lamb |
| OF One | Hunter Renfroe |
| OF Two | Carlos Gómez |
| OF Three | Jarrod Dyson |
| Util | Edwin Encarnacion |
| Salary | $33,400 |
| Expected Points | 136.06 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,600 | 43.12 | 3.72 |
| Gio González | CHC | $9,200 | 35.27 | 3.83 |
| Tyler Skaggs | MIL | $8,800 | 33.24 | 3.78 |
| David Price | BOS | $8,000 | 33.07 | 4.13 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Price | BOS | $8,000 | 33.07 | 4.13 |
| Chad Bettis | TB | $6,100 | 24.41 | 4.00 |
| Caleb Smith | ARZ | $7,700 | 30.60 | 3.97 |
| Luke Weaver | WSH | $7,600 | 29.81 | 3.92 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edwin Encarnacion | LAA | $3,500 | 13.12 | 3.75 |
| Brandon Belt | SF | $4,200 | 13.06 | 3.11 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $3,900 | 13.06 | 3.35 |
| Ian Desmond | TB | $3,200 | 12.62 | 3.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $2,000 | 9.53 | 4.77 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,200 | 10.42 | 4.74 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,200 | 10.42 | 4.74 |
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,000 | 9.20 | 4.60 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,000 | 13.40 | 3.35 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,800 | 11.88 | 3.13 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,900 | 11.39 | 2.92 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $3,300 | 10.96 | 3.32 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chase Utley | STL | $2,000 | 8.64 | 4.32 |
| Devon Travis | KC | $2,100 | 8.97 | 4.27 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $2,200 | 9.22 | 4.19 |
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,500 | 9.80 | 3.92 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,200 | 14.79 | 3.52 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,400 | 13.32 | 3.03 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,100 | 13.26 | 3.23 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $3,900 | 12.79 | 3.28 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jedd Gyorko | WSH | $2,900 | 11.99 | 4.13 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,200 | 8.37 | 3.80 |
| Brock Holt | BOS | $2,400 | 8.71 | 3.63 |
| Brock Holt | BOS | $2,400 | 8.71 | 3.63 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,100 | 16.18 | 3.17 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $3,600 | 12.22 | 3.39 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,400 | 12.19 | 2.77 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $4,200 | 12.17 | 0.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $2,900 | 11.98 | 4.13 |
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $2,900 | 11.98 | 4.13 |
| Tommy La Stella | ATL | $2,000 | 7.94 | 3.97 |
| Tommy La Stella | ATL | $2,000 | 7.94 | 3.97 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,400 | 15.57 | 2.88 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,100 | 14.80 | 2.90 |
| Tommy Pham | WSH | $4,100 | 14.12 | 3.44 |
| Andrew Benintendi | BOS | $4,200 | 13.08 | 3.11 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter Renfroe | SD | $2,200 | 11.22 | 5.10 |
| Carlos Gómez | TOR | $2,100 | 9.91 | 4.72 |
| Jarrod Dyson | TEX | $2,100 | 9.81 | 4.67 |
| Harrison Bader | WSH | $2,400 | 11.01 | 4.59 |
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.