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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 | Luke Weaver |
| C/1B | Austin Barnes |
| 2B | Daniel Murphy |
| SS | Didi Gregorius |
| 3B | Justin Turner |
| OF One | Harrison Bader |
| OF Two | Jake Marisnick |
| OF Three | Ian Happ |
| Util | José Martínez |
| Salary | $30,300 |
| Expected Points | 125.05 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,300 | 47.62 | 4.21 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $10,200 | 47.62 | 4.67 |
| Gerrit Cole | LAD | $11,800 | 44.57 | 3.78 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $10,700 | 42.24 | 3.95 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Weaver | WSH | $6,700 | 32.80 | 4.89 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $10,200 | 47.62 | 4.67 |
| Tyler Anderson | TB | $5,900 | 26.15 | 4.43 |
| Tyler Mahle | PHI | $6,200 | 26.99 | 4.35 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Martínez | WSH | $4,400 | 14.73 | 3.35 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,300 | 12.97 | 3.02 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,600 | 12.66 | 2.75 |
| Edwin Encarnacion | LAA | $4,100 | 12.42 | 3.03 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Barnes | STL | $2,100 | 9.38 | 4.47 |
| Austin Barnes | STL | $2,100 | 9.38 | 4.47 |
| Dominic Smith | CIN | $2,000 | 8.65 | 4.32 |
| Victor Martinez | CHW | $2,100 | 8.48 | 4.04 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,500 | 13.65 | 3.03 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,100 | 13.27 | 3.24 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $3,500 | 11.40 | 3.26 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $4,000 | 11.23 | 2.81 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $2,900 | 11.22 | 3.87 |
| Jedd Gyorko | WSH | $2,700 | 10.44 | 3.87 |
| Jedd Gyorko | WSH | $2,700 | 10.44 | 3.87 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,400 | 8.82 | 3.67 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,800 | 13.33 | 2.78 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $3,800 | 13.03 | 3.43 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $3,900 | 12.66 | 3.24 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,900 | 12.20 | 3.13 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aledmys Díaz | KC | $2,500 | 9.07 | 3.63 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,100 | 7.60 | 3.62 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,300 | 8.05 | 3.50 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $3,800 | 13.03 | 3.43 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | LAA | $5,200 | 13.56 | 0.00 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $3,200 | 13.09 | 4.09 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,400 | 11.93 | 2.71 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $4,100 | 11.90 | 2.90 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tommy La Stella | ATL | $2,100 | 9.17 | 4.36 |
| Tommy La Stella | ATL | $2,100 | 9.17 | 4.36 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $3,200 | 13.09 | 4.09 |
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,300 | 9.22 | 4.01 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,400 | 15.11 | 2.80 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,800 | 14.87 | 3.10 |
| Andrew Benintendi | BOS | $4,900 | 14.27 | 2.91 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,000 | 13.93 | 2.79 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrison Bader | WSH | $2,500 | 11.00 | 4.40 |
| Jake Marisnick | PIT | $2,000 | 8.74 | 4.37 |
| Dustin Fowler | SEA | $2,300 | 10.01 | 4.35 |
| Aaron Altherr | HOU | $2,400 | 10.39 | 4.33 |
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.