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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 | Jacob deGrom |
| C/1B | Kendrys Morales |
| 2B | Joe Panik |
| SS | Chris Taylor |
| 3B | Justin Turner |
| OF One | Aaron Altherr |
| OF Two | Dustin Fowler |
| OF Three | Joc Pederson |
| Util | Paul Goldschmidt |
| Salary | $33,300 |
| Expected Points | 139.44 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $10,600 | 45.62 | 4.30 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,200 | 43.42 | 3.88 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $10,000 | 39.33 | 3.93 |
| J.A. Happ | KC | $9,500 | 36.34 | 3.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $10,600 | 45.62 | 4.30 |
| Marco Gonzales | TEX | $7,800 | 32.34 | 4.15 |
| Luke Weaver | WSH | $7,700 | 31.90 | 4.14 |
| Vince Velasquez | HOU | $8,400 | 34.26 | 4.08 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,400 | 12.86 | 3.78 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $3,400 | 12.86 | 3.78 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $3,400 | 12.51 | 3.68 |
| Eric Hosmer | NYY | $3,500 | 12.25 | 3.50 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,400 | 11.65 | 4.85 |
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,000 | 9.39 | 4.69 |
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,000 | 9.39 | 4.69 |
| Curt Casali | MIL | $2,000 | 8.81 | 4.40 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,400 | 11.54 | 2.62 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $3,200 | 11.01 | 3.44 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,700 | 10.79 | 3.99 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,100 | 10.70 | 2.61 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Panik | SF | $2,000 | 9.71 | 4.85 |
| Devon Travis | KC | $2,200 | 9.95 | 4.52 |
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,000 | 8.63 | 4.31 |
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,000 | 8.63 | 4.31 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Taylor | STL | $3,700 | 13.49 | 3.65 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $3,700 | 13.49 | 3.65 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,200 | 13.30 | 3.17 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,200 | 13.18 | 2.53 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Culberson | NYM | $2,000 | 8.14 | 4.07 |
| Charlie Culberson | NYM | $2,000 | 8.14 | 4.07 |
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $2,100 | 8.00 | 3.81 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $2,200 | 8.36 | 3.80 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,500 | 13.56 | 2.46 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $3,700 | 13.13 | 3.55 |
| Eugenio Suárez | PHI | $3,700 | 12.34 | 3.33 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $4,000 | 12.15 | 3.04 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deven Marrero | BOS | $2,000 | 8.59 | 4.29 |
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,200 | 8.75 | 3.98 |
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,200 | 8.75 | 3.98 |
| Johan Camargo | NYM | $2,400 | 9.46 | 3.94 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,300 | 14.96 | 2.82 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,200 | 13.91 | 2.67 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,900 | 13.89 | 2.83 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,100 | 13.37 | 2.62 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Altherr | HOU | $2,200 | 10.54 | 4.79 |
| Dustin Fowler | SEA | $2,100 | 9.72 | 4.63 |
| Randal Grichuk | WSH | $2,000 | 8.48 | 4.24 |
| Travis Jankowski | SD | $2,500 | 10.18 | 4.07 |
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.