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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 | Tyler Mahle |
| C/1B | Kendrys Morales |
| 2B | DJ LeMahieu |
| SS | Chris Taylor |
| 3B | Justin Turner |
| OF One | Hernán Pérez |
| OF Two | Derek Dietrich |
| OF Three | Matt Joyce |
| Util | Trevor Story |
| Salary | $31,200 |
| Expected Points | 124.82 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,300 | 41.39 | 4.02 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,000 | 40.39 | 3.67 |
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $9,400 | 40.29 | 4.29 |
| Gerrit Cole | LAD | $11,400 | 38.07 | 3.34 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Mahle | PHI | $6,100 | 27.09 | 4.44 |
| Chase Anderson | CLE | $6,500 | 28.83 | 4.43 |
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $9,400 | 40.29 | 4.29 |
| Nick Pivetta | HOU | $8,200 | 33.79 | 4.12 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ian Desmond | TB | $3,600 | 12.51 | 3.47 |
| Ian Desmond | TB | $3,600 | 12.51 | 3.47 |
| Miguel Cabrera | CHW | $3,400 | 12.27 | 3.61 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,000 | 12.07 | 3.02 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,400 | 10.52 | 4.38 |
| Greg Bird | DET | $2,700 | 11.71 | 4.34 |
| Russell Martin | KC | $2,000 | 8.65 | 4.32 |
| J.D. Davis | PIT | $2,100 | 9.00 | 4.28 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,000 | 14.71 | 4.90 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,800 | 11.48 | 3.02 |
| Dee Gordon | TEX | $3,300 | 11.11 | 3.37 |
| Asdrúbal Cabrera | CIN | $3,600 | 10.93 | 3.03 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,000 | 14.71 | 4.90 |
| Joe Panik | SF | $2,000 | 9.51 | 4.76 |
| Devon Travis | KC | $2,200 | 9.19 | 4.18 |
| Jace Peterson | NYM | $2,100 | 8.39 | 3.99 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,300 | 14.75 | 3.43 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $4,000 | 12.58 | 3.14 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $4,000 | 12.58 | 3.14 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,200 | 12.47 | 2.97 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,000 | 7.80 | 3.90 |
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,000 | 7.80 | 3.90 |
| Aledmys Díaz | KC | $2,000 | 7.59 | 3.80 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $2,400 | 8.67 | 3.61 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,500 | 16.42 | 2.98 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $4,100 | 14.18 | 3.46 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $3,500 | 12.34 | 3.53 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $4,200 | 12.32 | 2.93 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,000 | 8.23 | 4.12 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,000 | 8.23 | 4.12 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $2,700 | 11.05 | 4.09 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,400 | 9.57 | 3.99 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,400 | 15.10 | 2.80 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,800 | 13.86 | 2.89 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,300 | 13.77 | 2.60 |
| Lorenzo Cain | NYY | $3,700 | 13.62 | 3.68 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,100 | 9.84 | 4.68 |
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,100 | 9.84 | 4.68 |
| Stephen Piscotty | SEA | $2,100 | 9.04 | 4.30 |
| Chad Pinder | SEA | $2,300 | 9.78 | 4.25 |
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.