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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 | Anthony DeSclafani |
| C/1B | Joey Votto |
| 2B | Alen Hanson |
| SS | Elvis Andrus |
| 3B | Yangervis Solarte |
| OF One | Brandon Guyer |
| OF Two | Kevin Kiermaier |
| OF Three | Curtis Granderson |
| Util | Brandon Belt |
| Salary | $31,700 |
| Expected Points | 124.88 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $10,600 | 35.03 | 3.30 |
| Zach Eflin | HOU | $9,100 | 32.83 | 3.61 |
| Anthony DeSclafani | PHI | $6,800 | 31.63 | 4.65 |
| Kyle Hendricks | ATL | $6,900 | 31.10 | 4.51 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony DeSclafani | PHI | $6,800 | 31.63 | 4.65 |
| Kyle Hendricks | ATL | $6,900 | 31.10 | 4.51 |
| Chris Bassitt | SEA | $7,000 | 29.25 | 4.18 |
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $7,900 | 30.26 | 3.83 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Belt | SF | $3,700 | 13.40 | 3.62 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,400 | 12.92 | 2.94 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $4,200 | 12.62 | 3.00 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $4,200 | 12.62 | 3.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominic Smith | CIN | $2,000 | 8.36 | 4.18 |
| Dominic Smith | CIN | $2,000 | 8.36 | 4.18 |
| Max Stassi | PIT | $2,200 | 9.21 | 4.18 |
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,300 | 9.32 | 4.05 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,300 | 13.78 | 3.20 |
| Alen Hanson | MIN | $3,400 | 12.07 | 3.55 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,600 | 12.01 | 3.34 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,400 | 11.53 | 2.62 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erik González | LAA | $2,000 | 8.23 | 4.12 |
| Erik González | LAA | $2,000 | 8.23 | 4.12 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $2,500 | 9.36 | 3.74 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $2,500 | 9.36 | 3.74 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,700 | 14.07 | 2.99 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,400 | 13.07 | 2.97 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $4,300 | 12.20 | 2.84 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,500 | 12.19 | 2.71 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,300 | 10.18 | 4.43 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,300 | 10.18 | 4.43 |
| Jorge Polanco | OAK | $2,500 | 9.83 | 3.93 |
| Jorge Polanco | OAK | $2,500 | 9.83 | 3.93 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,000 | 15.19 | 3.04 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,500 | 13.30 | 2.96 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,200 | 12.88 | 3.07 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $4,800 | 12.81 | 0.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,200 | 9.59 | 4.36 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,200 | 9.59 | 4.36 |
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $2,300 | 9.52 | 4.14 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $2,900 | 11.12 | 3.83 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giancarlo Stanton | DET | $4,600 | 15.67 | 3.41 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,200 | 15.01 | 3.57 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,000 | 14.69 | 2.94 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $3,900 | 13.97 | 3.58 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Guyer | LAA | $2,100 | 9.80 | 4.66 |
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,700 | 12.24 | 4.53 |
| Nick Williams | HOU | $2,500 | 11.00 | 4.40 |
| Mikie Mahtook | CHW | $2,000 | 8.78 | 4.39 |
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.