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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 | Justin Verlander |
| P Two | Jameson Taillon |
| C | Robinson Chirinos |
| 1B | Chris Davis |
| 2B | Greg Garcia |
| SS | Didi Gregorius |
| 3B | Anthony Rendon |
| OF One | Matt Joyce |
| OF Two | Hunter Renfroe |
| OF Three | Derek Dietrich |
| Salary | $49,300 |
| Expected Points | 111.52 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $13,300 | 28.23 | 2.12 |
| Tyler Skaggs | MIL | $10,700 | 19.16 | 1.79 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $11,100 | 19.10 | 1.72 |
| Mike Foltynewicz | NYM | $11,800 | 18.44 | 1.56 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dan Straily | ARZ | $4,500 | 10.68 | 2.37 |
| Jameson Taillon | LAD | $7,900 | 17.98 | 2.28 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $13,300 | 28.23 | 2.12 |
| Tyler Mahle | PHI | $6,800 | 14.29 | 2.10 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salvador Perez | NYY | $3,900 | 7.93 | 2.03 |
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $3,300 | 7.72 | 2.34 |
| John Hicks | CHW | $3,300 | 7.26 | 2.20 |
| Yadier Molina | WSH | $4,000 | 7.18 | 1.79 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $3,300 | 7.72 | 2.34 |
| Jonathan Lucroy | TB | $2,900 | 6.59 | 2.27 |
| Jorge Alfaro | HOU | $2,900 | 6.51 | 2.24 |
| Martín Maldonado | MIL | $2,800 | 6.23 | 2.22 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,400 | 9.65 | 1.79 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $4,200 | 9.62 | 2.29 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,700 | 9.62 | 2.05 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,900 | 8.85 | 1.81 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,800 | 7.01 | 2.50 |
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $3,500 | 8.41 | 2.40 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $4,200 | 9.62 | 2.29 |
| Victor Martinez | CHW | $3,100 | 6.86 | 2.21 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $4,900 | 9.43 | 1.92 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $5,100 | 9.42 | 1.85 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,200 | 9.10 | 2.17 |
| Dee Gordon | TEX | $4,300 | 8.87 | 2.06 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,800 | 6.67 | 2.38 |
| José Pirela | SD | $3,100 | 7.23 | 2.33 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $3,800 | 8.51 | 2.24 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,900 | 6.33 | 2.18 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,400 | 10.37 | 1.92 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $5,000 | 9.29 | 1.86 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $4,400 | 9.15 | 2.08 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $4,200 | 9.11 | 2.17 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,800 | 6.67 | 2.38 |
| Aledmys Díaz | KC | $2,700 | 5.96 | 2.21 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $4,200 | 9.11 | 2.17 |
| José Reyes | CIN | $3,200 | 6.81 | 2.13 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,600 | 9.24 | 2.01 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,100 | 9.06 | 2.21 |
| Christian Villanueva | SD | $3,800 | 8.53 | 2.24 |
| Miguel Andújar | DET | $4,000 | 8.33 | 2.08 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Villanueva | SD | $3,800 | 8.53 | 2.24 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,100 | 9.06 | 2.21 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,900 | 6.33 | 2.18 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $3,400 | 7.39 | 2.17 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $6,100 | 11.11 | 1.82 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $5,200 | 10.10 | 1.94 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $5,300 | 9.97 | 1.88 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $5,000 | 9.71 | 1.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $3,300 | 8.34 | 2.53 |
| Hunter Renfroe | SD | $3,600 | 8.62 | 2.39 |
| Dexter Fowler | WSH | $3,000 | 7.10 | 2.37 |
| José Pirela | SD | $3,100 | 7.23 | 2.33 |
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.