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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 | Jacob deGrom |
| C/1B | Eric Thames |
| 2B | Jonathan Villar |
| SS | Elvis Andrus |
| 3B | Luis Valbuena |
| OF One | Leury García |
| OF Two | Avisaíl García |
| OF Three | Nick Williams |
| Util | Matt Olson |
| Salary | $35,000 |
| Expected Points | 138.79 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $12,200 | 46.92 | 3.85 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $12,000 | 46.82 | 3.90 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $11,700 | 46.72 | 3.99 |
| Tyler Skaggs | MIL | $9,800 | 34.63 | 3.53 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Williams | LAD | $6,800 | 29.74 | 4.37 |
| Luke Weaver | WSH | $6,200 | 26.69 | 4.30 |
| Matthew Boyd | CHW | $6,100 | 24.91 | 4.08 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $11,700 | 46.72 | 3.99 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Thames | CLE | $4,200 | 13.93 | 3.32 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $4,200 | 13.93 | 3.32 |
| Edwin Encarnacion | LAA | $3,900 | 13.32 | 3.42 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $3,600 | 12.62 | 3.50 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salvador Perez | NYY | $2,400 | 10.15 | 4.23 |
| Mark Reynolds | TB | $2,300 | 9.54 | 4.15 |
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,300 | 9.42 | 4.09 |
| Matt Davidson | MIN | $2,800 | 11.27 | 4.03 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,500 | 12.85 | 2.86 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,300 | 12.63 | 2.94 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,300 | 12.63 | 2.94 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,900 | 11.13 | 2.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chase Utley | STL | $2,000 | 8.60 | 4.30 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $2,400 | 9.90 | 4.12 |
| Jedd Gyorko | WSH | $2,500 | 10.01 | 4.00 |
| Jedd Gyorko | WSH | $2,500 | 10.01 | 4.00 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,700 | 13.04 | 2.77 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $3,500 | 11.97 | 3.42 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,400 | 11.85 | 2.69 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,800 | 11.83 | 3.11 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,200 | 8.25 | 3.75 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,000 | 7.40 | 3.70 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $3,500 | 11.97 | 3.42 |
| Addison Russell | ATL | $2,800 | 9.26 | 3.31 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | LAA | $4,900 | 13.49 | 0.00 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,600 | 12.25 | 2.66 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,400 | 11.96 | 3.52 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,500 | 11.39 | 2.53 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,500 | 11.04 | 4.41 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,500 | 11.04 | 4.41 |
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,200 | 9.39 | 4.27 |
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,200 | 9.39 | 4.27 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,000 | 15.38 | 3.08 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $3,900 | 14.78 | 3.79 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,100 | 14.42 | 3.52 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,900 | 13.87 | 2.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leury García | MIN | $2,100 | 10.39 | 4.95 |
| Avisaíl García | MIN | $2,500 | 11.26 | 4.50 |
| Nick Williams | HOU | $2,500 | 10.96 | 4.38 |
| Kevin Pillar | KC | $2,100 | 8.98 | 4.28 |
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.