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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 | Chris Sale |
| C/1B | J.T. Realmuto |
| 2B | Greg Garcia |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Eduardo Escobar |
| OF One | Colby Rasmus |
| OF Two | Avisaíl García |
| OF Three | Brandon Guyer |
| Util | Justin Bour |
| Salary | $34,900 |
| Expected Points | 143.86 |
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 | 48.79 | 4.32 |
| Gerrit Cole | LAD | $11,400 | 43.69 | 3.83 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $7,600 | 35.87 | 4.72 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $9,700 | 31.61 | 3.26 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rich Hill | STL | $7,600 | 35.87 | 4.72 |
| Carlos Rodón | MIN | $6,800 | 31.47 | 4.63 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,300 | 48.79 | 4.32 |
| Luke Weaver | WSH | $6,000 | 25.88 | 4.31 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $3,800 | 13.34 | 3.51 |
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $3,700 | 13.27 | 3.59 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $3,900 | 13.19 | 3.38 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $3,900 | 13.19 | 3.38 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Hicks | CHW | $2,000 | 9.16 | 4.58 |
| John Hicks | CHW | $2,000 | 9.16 | 4.58 |
| Victor Martinez | CHW | $2,000 | 9.01 | 4.50 |
| Austin Barnes | STL | $2,000 | 8.97 | 4.48 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,400 | 14.43 | 3.28 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,400 | 12.67 | 2.88 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $3,800 | 11.96 | 3.15 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,600 | 11.69 | 3.25 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,000 | 9.55 | 4.77 |
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,000 | 9.55 | 4.77 |
| Kolten Wong | WSH | $2,000 | 8.57 | 4.29 |
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,000 | 7.84 | 3.92 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,500 | 15.13 | 3.36 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,900 | 13.42 | 2.74 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,600 | 12.94 | 3.59 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,100 | 11.84 | 2.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,100 | 8.28 | 3.94 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,100 | 7.95 | 3.78 |
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $2,000 | 7.36 | 3.68 |
| José Reyes | CIN | $2,200 | 8.03 | 3.65 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,600 | 17.08 | 3.05 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $5,200 | 12.33 | 0.00 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $3,300 | 12.25 | 3.71 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $3,300 | 12.25 | 3.71 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,700 | 10.16 | 3.76 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,700 | 10.16 | 3.76 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $2,900 | 10.82 | 3.73 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $3,300 | 12.25 | 3.71 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,100 | 15.08 | 2.96 |
| Eddie Rosario | OAK | $3,300 | 13.98 | 4.23 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,400 | 13.95 | 2.58 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,900 | 13.58 | 2.77 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avisaíl García | MIN | $2,000 | 10.09 | 5.04 |
| Brandon Guyer | LAA | $2,100 | 10.16 | 4.84 |
| Albert Almora Jr. | ATL | $2,100 | 10.14 | 4.83 |
| Nick Williams | HOU | $2,300 | 10.85 | 4.72 |
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.