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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 | Carlos Martínez |
| C/1B | Anthony Rizzo |
| 2B | Jonathan Schoop |
| SS | Marcus Semien |
| 3B | Eugenio Suárez |
| OF One | Aaron Altherr |
| OF Two | Chad Pinder |
| OF Three | Carlos González |
| Util | Paul Goldschmidt |
| Salary | $33,100 |
| Expected Points | 132.22 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $12,000 | 52.43 | 4.37 |
| Corey Kluber | LAA | $11,500 | 48.19 | 4.19 |
| Carlos Martínez | WSH | $8,200 | 39.62 | 4.83 |
| Sean Newcomb | NYM | $8,900 | 37.68 | 4.23 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Martínez | WSH | $8,200 | 39.62 | 4.83 |
| Fernando Romero | OAK | $6,300 | 29.98 | 4.76 |
| Steven Wright | BOS | $5,900 | 26.39 | 4.47 |
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $12,000 | 52.43 | 4.37 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $3,900 | 12.33 | 3.16 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $3,600 | 12.02 | 3.34 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $3,600 | 12.02 | 3.34 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $3,600 | 11.93 | 3.31 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $2,200 | 9.71 | 4.41 |
| Yadier Molina | WSH | $2,000 | 8.80 | 4.40 |
| Kurt Suzuki | NYM | $2,200 | 9.54 | 4.34 |
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,300 | 9.78 | 4.25 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,200 | 12.06 | 2.87 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,700 | 12.00 | 3.24 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,700 | 12.00 | 3.24 |
| Jed Lowrie | SEA | $3,500 | 11.15 | 3.18 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devon Travis | KC | $2,100 | 8.84 | 4.21 |
| Kolten Wong | WSH | $2,200 | 8.14 | 3.70 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $2,900 | 10.72 | 3.70 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,900 | 10.60 | 3.65 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,300 | 12.86 | 2.99 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,300 | 12.52 | 2.91 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,700 | 12.27 | 2.61 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $4,200 | 12.19 | 2.90 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcides Escobar | NYY | $2,200 | 8.80 | 4.00 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $2,000 | 7.55 | 3.78 |
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,000 | 7.49 | 3.75 |
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,000 | 7.49 | 3.75 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eugenio Suárez | PHI | $3,600 | 12.65 | 3.51 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,000 | 12.59 | 2.52 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $0 | 12.29 | 0.00 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $3,200 | 11.88 | 3.71 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Valencia | TEX | $2,400 | 10.50 | 4.37 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,400 | 9.66 | 4.03 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,400 | 9.66 | 4.03 |
| Hunter Dozier | NYY | $2,300 | 9.21 | 4.00 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,400 | 14.65 | 2.71 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,900 | 14.18 | 2.89 |
| Eddie Rosario | OAK | $4,200 | 13.77 | 3.28 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $3,600 | 13.62 | 3.78 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Altherr | HOU | $2,000 | 9.18 | 4.59 |
| Chad Pinder | SEA | $2,400 | 10.86 | 4.53 |
| Carlos González | TB | $2,600 | 11.55 | 4.44 |
| Robbie Grossman | OAK | $2,100 | 9.25 | 4.40 |
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.