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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 Carrasco |
| C/1B | James McCann |
| 2B | Josh Harrison |
| SS | Carlos Correa |
| 3B | Miguel Sanó |
| OF One | Dustin Fowler |
| OF Two | Aaron Altherr |
| OF Three | Carlos González |
| Util | Matt Olson |
| Salary | $32,700 |
| Expected Points | 131.68 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $9,400 | 38.91 | 4.14 |
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $9,600 | 37.57 | 3.91 |
| Mike Foltynewicz | NYM | $9,000 | 36.90 | 4.10 |
| Eduardo Rodríguez | BOS | $8,100 | 35.57 | 4.39 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jon Gray | TB | $7,300 | 32.44 | 4.44 |
| Eduardo Rodríguez | BOS | $8,100 | 35.57 | 4.39 |
| Chris Stratton | SF | $6,700 | 28.61 | 4.27 |
| Tanner Roark | CHC | $8,000 | 33.75 | 4.22 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Olson | SEA | $3,600 | 13.36 | 3.71 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $3,200 | 12.89 | 4.03 |
| Edwin Encarnacion | LAA | $4,400 | 12.33 | 2.80 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,500 | 12.13 | 2.69 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James McCann | CHW | $2,100 | 9.79 | 4.66 |
| Jonathan Lucroy | TB | $2,000 | 8.74 | 4.37 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,100 | 8.97 | 4.27 |
| Tucker Barnhart | PHI | $2,200 | 9.07 | 4.12 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,100 | 13.95 | 3.40 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,400 | 11.81 | 2.68 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $4,000 | 11.16 | 2.79 |
| Jed Lowrie | SEA | $3,400 | 11.15 | 3.28 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jedd Gyorko | WSH | $2,600 | 10.80 | 4.15 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,400 | 9.73 | 4.05 |
| Kaleb Cowart | MIL | $2,000 | 7.95 | 3.98 |
| Devon Travis | KC | $2,100 | 8.07 | 3.84 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $3,900 | 12.47 | 3.20 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,700 | 12.20 | 2.60 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $4,100 | 11.89 | 2.90 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,300 | 11.83 | 2.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aledmys Díaz | KC | $2,100 | 8.72 | 4.15 |
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,000 | 7.93 | 3.96 |
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,000 | 7.93 | 3.96 |
| Charlie Culberson | NYM | $2,300 | 8.98 | 3.90 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,800 | 13.16 | 2.74 |
| Miguel Sanó | OAK | $3,600 | 12.82 | 3.56 |
| Miguel Sanó | OAK | $3,600 | 12.82 | 3.56 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $5,100 | 12.28 | 0.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,400 | 10.05 | 4.19 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,400 | 10.05 | 4.19 |
| David Freese | LAD | $2,100 | 8.46 | 4.03 |
| David Freese | LAD | $2,100 | 8.46 | 4.03 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,400 | 15.86 | 2.94 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,800 | 14.09 | 2.94 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,400 | 14.04 | 3.19 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $3,600 | 13.78 | 3.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dustin Fowler | SEA | $2,500 | 11.89 | 4.75 |
| Aaron Altherr | HOU | $2,000 | 9.43 | 4.72 |
| Carlos González | TB | $2,700 | 11.98 | 4.44 |
| Robbie Grossman | OAK | $2,100 | 8.85 | 4.21 |
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.