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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 | Zack Greinke |
| P Two | Anthony DeSclafani |
| C | Robinson Chirinos |
| 1B | Eric Hosmer |
| 2B | José Altuve |
| SS | Elvis Andrus |
| 3B | Tim Beckham |
| OF One | Brandon Guyer |
| OF Two | Ryan Rua |
| OF Three | Nick Williams |
| Salary | $47,200 |
| Expected Points | 104.23 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $12,000 | 19.84 | 1.65 |
| Anthony DeSclafani | PHI | $7,600 | 17.08 | 2.25 |
| Zach Eflin | HOU | $9,900 | 16.66 | 1.68 |
| Kyle Hendricks | ATL | $7,600 | 16.50 | 2.17 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony DeSclafani | PHI | $7,600 | 17.08 | 2.25 |
| Chris Bassitt | SEA | $6,300 | 13.97 | 2.22 |
| Kyle Hendricks | ATL | $7,600 | 16.50 | 2.17 |
| Clayton Richard | SD | $6,800 | 14.59 | 2.14 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buster Posey | SF | $4,700 | 9.32 | 1.98 |
| Evan Gattis | PIT | $4,300 | 8.72 | 2.03 |
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $3,900 | 8.10 | 2.08 |
| Yadier Molina | WSH | $3,800 | 7.51 | 1.98 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russell Martin | KC | $2,800 | 6.71 | 2.39 |
| Chance Sisco | BAL | $2,800 | 6.41 | 2.29 |
| Yan Gomes | LAA | $3,200 | 7.25 | 2.26 |
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $3,200 | 7.14 | 2.23 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Belt | SF | $5,500 | 10.04 | 1.83 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $5,000 | 9.71 | 1.94 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $5,000 | 9.48 | 1.90 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $4,700 | 9.32 | 1.98 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marwin González | PIT | $3,300 | 7.78 | 2.36 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $3,000 | 7.06 | 2.35 |
| Eric Hosmer | NYY | $3,800 | 8.87 | 2.33 |
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $3,800 | 8.36 | 2.20 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $5,100 | 10.62 | 2.08 |
| Alen Hanson | MIN | $4,000 | 9.36 | 2.34 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $4,900 | 9.11 | 1.86 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $5,400 | 8.93 | 1.65 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alen Hanson | MIN | $4,000 | 9.36 | 2.34 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $3,400 | 7.92 | 2.33 |
| Niko Goodrum | CHW | $3,400 | 7.89 | 2.32 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $3,200 | 7.39 | 2.31 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,700 | 10.79 | 1.89 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $5,600 | 10.05 | 1.79 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $5,000 | 9.35 | 1.87 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $5,200 | 9.35 | 1.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jorge Polanco | OAK | $3,100 | 7.54 | 2.43 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $3,900 | 8.53 | 2.19 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,900 | 8.34 | 2.14 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,900 | 6.13 | 2.11 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,900 | 11.48 | 1.95 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $5,400 | 10.09 | 1.87 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $8,500 | 9.66 | 1.14 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $3,800 | 8.74 | 2.30 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $3,000 | 7.42 | 2.47 |
| Jorge Polanco | OAK | $3,100 | 7.54 | 2.43 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $3,200 | 7.39 | 2.31 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $3,800 | 8.74 | 2.30 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giancarlo Stanton | DET | $5,100 | 11.68 | 2.29 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,800 | 11.36 | 1.96 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $6,000 | 11.06 | 1.84 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $5,200 | 10.45 | 2.01 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Guyer | LAA | $2,900 | 7.44 | 2.57 |
| Ryan Rua | TOR | $2,700 | 6.78 | 2.51 |
| Nick Williams | HOU | $3,400 | 8.40 | 2.47 |
| Max Kepler | OAK | $3,000 | 7.23 | 2.41 |
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.