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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 | Dennis Santana |
| C/1B | Anthony Rizzo |
| 2B | Whit Merrifield |
| SS | Marcus Semien |
| 3B | Eduardo Escobar |
| OF One | Curtis Granderson |
| OF Two | Dustin Fowler |
| OF Three | JaCoby Jones |
| Util | Matt Olson |
| Salary | $30,600 |
| Expected Points | 119.97 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerrit Cole | LAD | $11,800 | 43.02 | 3.65 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $9,500 | 37.88 | 3.99 |
| Miles Mikolas | WSH | $9,000 | 34.27 | 3.81 |
| Jameson Taillon | LAD | $7,800 | 30.64 | 3.93 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dennis Santana | STL | $5,600 | 29.51 | 5.27 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $9,500 | 37.88 | 3.99 |
| Jameson Taillon | LAD | $7,800 | 30.64 | 3.93 |
| Tyler Anderson | TB | $5,900 | 22.84 | 3.87 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 12.86 | 3.14 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $3,700 | 12.72 | 3.44 |
| Miguel Cabrera | CHW | $3,500 | 11.81 | 3.37 |
| Justin Smoak | KC | $3,400 | 11.46 | 3.37 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evan Gattis | PIT | $2,400 | 10.63 | 4.43 |
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,300 | 9.58 | 4.16 |
| Ronald Guzman | TOR | $2,000 | 8.29 | 4.15 |
| Victor Martinez | CHW | $2,200 | 9.04 | 4.11 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,300 | 12.71 | 2.96 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,200 | 12.56 | 2.99 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,400 | 11.15 | 3.28 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $3,100 | 10.89 | 3.51 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Harrison | LAD | $2,700 | 10.59 | 3.92 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,200 | 8.46 | 3.85 |
| Kolten Wong | WSH | $2,300 | 8.41 | 3.65 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $3,100 | 10.89 | 3.51 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,500 | 12.83 | 2.85 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,400 | 12.01 | 2.73 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $3,900 | 10.45 | 2.68 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,400 | 9.77 | 2.87 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aledmys Díaz | KC | $2,200 | 8.80 | 4.00 |
| J.P. Crawford | HOU | $2,000 | 7.81 | 3.90 |
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,300 | 7.93 | 3.45 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,200 | 7.50 | 3.41 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,000 | 12.73 | 2.55 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,300 | 12.22 | 2.84 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $3,700 | 11.97 | 3.23 |
| Eugenio Suárez | PHI | $3,700 | 11.95 | 3.23 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tommy La Stella | ATL | $2,000 | 8.96 | 4.48 |
| Tommy La Stella | ATL | $2,000 | 8.96 | 4.48 |
| Alex Blandino | PHI | $2,000 | 8.40 | 4.20 |
| Alex Blandino | PHI | $2,000 | 8.40 | 4.20 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,600 | 13.75 | 2.99 |
| George Springer | PIT | $4,100 | 13.64 | 3.33 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $3,800 | 13.38 | 3.52 |
| Eddie Rosario | OAK | $4,200 | 12.66 | 3.01 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,500 | 12.05 | 4.82 |
| Dustin Fowler | SEA | $2,400 | 11.27 | 4.69 |
| JaCoby Jones | CHW | $2,000 | 9.13 | 4.56 |
| Aaron Altherr | HOU | $2,200 | 9.91 | 4.50 |
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.