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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 DraftKings Optimizer.
| P One | Max Scherzer |
| P Two | Sean Newcomb |
| C | Salvador Perez |
| 1B | Logan Morrison |
| 2B | Yoán Moncada |
| SS | Nick Ahmed |
| 3B | Anthony Rendon |
| OF One | Paulo Orlando |
| OF Two | Gerardo Parra |
| OF Three | Curtis Granderson |
| Salary | $49,700 |
| Expected Points | 119.77 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $14,400 | 31.45 | 2.18 |
| Corey Kluber | LAA | $13,600 | 29.51 | 2.17 |
| Luis Severino | DET | $18,000 | 27.58 | 1.53 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $12,500 | 25.94 | 2.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Newcomb | NYM | $7,300 | 18.01 | 2.47 |
| José Ureña | ARZ | $6,300 | 14.54 | 2.31 |
| Sean Manaea | SEA | $6,300 | 14.38 | 2.28 |
| Dallas Keuchel | PIT | $7,700 | 17.32 | 2.25 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evan Gattis | PIT | $4,100 | 8.42 | 2.05 |
| Salvador Perez | NYY | $3,800 | 8.14 | 2.14 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $9,100 | 7.95 | 0.87 |
| Max Stassi | PIT | $3,800 | 7.84 | 2.06 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pedro Severino | CHC | $2,700 | 6.61 | 2.45 |
| Russell Martin | KC | $2,700 | 6.51 | 2.41 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $2,800 | 6.30 | 2.25 |
| Blake Swihart | BOS | $2,700 | 6.06 | 2.24 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,700 | 9.58 | 2.04 |
| Mitch Moreland | BOS | $4,600 | 8.83 | 1.92 |
| Ryan Braun | CLE | $4,300 | 8.83 | 2.05 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $4,500 | 8.75 | 1.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuli Gurriel | PIT | $3,400 | 8.14 | 2.39 |
| Albert Pujols | MIL | $3,300 | 7.86 | 2.38 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $3,200 | 7.42 | 2.32 |
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $3,200 | 7.40 | 2.31 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,900 | 10.96 | 2.24 |
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $4,000 | 9.30 | 2.33 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $4,100 | 9.23 | 2.25 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,600 | 8.95 | 1.95 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jace Peterson | NYM | $2,700 | 6.83 | 2.53 |
| Joe Panik | SF | $2,900 | 6.88 | 2.37 |
| Logan Forsythe | STL | $2,700 | 6.38 | 2.36 |
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $4,000 | 9.30 | 2.33 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,700 | 10.27 | 2.19 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,600 | 9.72 | 2.11 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,900 | 9.59 | 1.96 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $5,000 | 9.34 | 1.87 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcides Escobar | NYY | $2,700 | 6.43 | 2.38 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,500 | 5.92 | 2.37 |
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,900 | 6.74 | 2.32 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,700 | 6.27 | 2.32 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,700 | 10.79 | 1.89 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,400 | 10.47 | 2.38 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,900 | 10.32 | 2.65 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $4,600 | 9.35 | 2.03 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,900 | 10.32 | 2.65 |
| Jace Peterson | NYM | $2,700 | 6.83 | 2.53 |
| Deven Marrero | BOS | $3,000 | 7.39 | 2.46 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,400 | 10.47 | 2.38 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,800 | 11.12 | 1.92 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,900 | 11.08 | 1.88 |
| George Springer | PIT | $5,100 | 10.93 | 2.14 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,800 | 10.10 | 2.10 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paulo Orlando | NYY | $2,400 | 6.79 | 2.83 |
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $3,600 | 9.12 | 2.53 |
| Robbie Grossman | OAK | $3,100 | 7.72 | 2.49 |
| Jackie Bradley Jr. | BOS | $2,900 | 7.12 | 2.46 |
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.