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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 | Charlie Morton |
| C/1B | Christian Walker |
| 2B | Rougned Odor |
| SS | Trea Turner |
| 3B | Tim Beckham |
| OF One | Aaron Altherr |
| OF Two | Curtis Granderson |
| OF Three | Joey Gallo |
| Util | Eric Thames |
| Salary | $32,600 |
| Expected Points | 140.75 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $10,400 | 45.33 | 4.36 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $9,800 | 44.24 | 4.51 |
| Luis Severino | DET | $10,800 | 39.11 | 3.62 |
| J.A. Happ | KC | $9,400 | 35.69 | 3.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Paxton | TEX | $9,800 | 44.24 | 4.51 |
| Steven Matz | CIN | $6,900 | 30.58 | 4.43 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $10,400 | 45.33 | 4.36 |
| Tyson Ross | TOR | $7,400 | 30.22 | 4.08 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Thames | CLE | $4,200 | 14.60 | 3.48 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $4,200 | 14.60 | 3.48 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $3,800 | 13.75 | 3.62 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,100 | 12.12 | 2.95 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Reynolds | TB | $2,300 | 10.08 | 4.38 |
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,100 | 9.13 | 4.35 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $2,100 | 8.95 | 4.26 |
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $2,700 | 11.45 | 4.24 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,000 | 12.38 | 3.10 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,300 | 12.36 | 2.87 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,300 | 12.36 | 2.87 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,700 | 11.55 | 4.28 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,700 | 11.55 | 4.28 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $2,400 | 9.80 | 4.08 |
| Carlos Asuaje | SD | $2,000 | 8.10 | 4.05 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,800 | 9.94 | 3.55 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,700 | 13.73 | 2.92 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,800 | 13.12 | 3.45 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $3,400 | 12.04 | 3.54 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,400 | 11.67 | 2.65 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yadiel Rivera | ARZ | $2,000 | 7.69 | 3.85 |
| Yadiel Rivera | ARZ | $2,000 | 7.69 | 3.85 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,000 | 7.54 | 3.77 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $3,400 | 12.04 | 3.54 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,400 | 12.37 | 3.64 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,700 | 12.27 | 3.32 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,900 | 11.91 | 3.05 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,900 | 11.91 | 3.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $2,100 | 10.13 | 4.82 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,300 | 9.76 | 4.24 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,300 | 9.76 | 4.24 |
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,400 | 9.99 | 4.16 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,000 | 15.73 | 3.15 |
| Giancarlo Stanton | DET | $4,500 | 15.14 | 3.36 |
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,700 | 13.13 | 4.86 |
| Shin-soo Choo | TOR | $3,800 | 12.99 | 3.42 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Altherr | HOU | $2,000 | 10.25 | 5.13 |
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,700 | 13.13 | 4.86 |
| Kevin Pillar | KC | $2,100 | 9.78 | 4.65 |
| Avisaíl García | MIN | $2,500 | 11.34 | 4.53 |
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.