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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 | Justin Verlander |
| C/1B | Paul Goldschmidt |
| 2B | Brian Dozier |
| SS | Trea Turner |
| 3B | Cory Spangenberg |
| OF One | Steven Souza Jr. |
| OF Two | Mikie Mahtook |
| OF Three | Jim Adduci |
| Util | Nick Ahmed |
| Salary | $34,900 |
| Expected Points | 139.19 |
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 | 48.07 | 3.94 |
| Johnny Cueto | SF | $8,300 | 30.95 | 3.73 |
| Marco Gonzales | TEX | $7,300 | 27.23 | 3.73 |
| Jhoulys Chacin | CLE | $7,300 | 25.98 | 0.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Fried | NYM | $5,900 | 24.96 | 4.23 |
| Max Fried | NYM | $5,900 | 24.96 | 4.23 |
| Luke Weaver | WSH | $6,200 | 25.93 | 4.18 |
| Matthew Boyd | CHW | $6,100 | 24.86 | 4.08 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,400 | 12.50 | 2.84 |
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $3,900 | 12.23 | 3.13 |
| Eric Hosmer | NYY | $3,100 | 12.07 | 3.89 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $3,600 | 11.12 | 3.09 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,000 | 8.94 | 4.47 |
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,000 | 8.94 | 4.47 |
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $2,600 | 10.95 | 4.21 |
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,100 | 8.46 | 4.03 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,200 | 12.68 | 3.02 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,800 | 12.01 | 3.16 |
| Jurickson Profar | TOR | $3,300 | 10.34 | 3.13 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $2,500 | 9.99 | 3.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Asuaje | SD | $2,100 | 8.67 | 4.13 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $2,500 | 9.99 | 3.99 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $2,500 | 9.26 | 3.70 |
| Kolten Wong | WSH | $2,400 | 7.70 | 3.21 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,800 | 13.30 | 3.50 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,500 | 13.17 | 2.93 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $3,200 | 11.62 | 3.63 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $3,900 | 10.10 | 2.59 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,100 | 9.20 | 4.38 |
| Tyler Saladino | MIN | $2,000 | 8.72 | 4.36 |
| Tyler Saladino | MIN | $2,000 | 8.72 | 4.36 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,200 | 8.35 | 3.79 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,400 | 13.19 | 3.00 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,200 | 12.78 | 3.04 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $3,300 | 11.47 | 3.48 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $3,300 | 11.47 | 3.48 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,200 | 10.84 | 4.93 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,200 | 10.84 | 4.93 |
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,000 | 9.75 | 4.88 |
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,000 | 9.75 | 4.88 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,000 | 14.58 | 2.92 |
| Eddie Rosario | OAK | $3,700 | 12.40 | 3.35 |
| George Springer | PIT | $3,700 | 12.33 | 3.33 |
| Justin Upton | MIL | $3,700 | 12.17 | 3.29 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mikie Mahtook | CHW | $2,000 | 9.19 | 4.60 |
| Jim Adduci | CHW | $2,000 | 9.00 | 4.50 |
| Travis Jankowski | SD | $2,600 | 10.90 | 4.19 |
| Cameron Maybin | PIT | $2,200 | 8.74 | 3.97 |
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.