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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 | Tyson Ross |
| C/1B | Ji-Man Choi |
| 2B | DJ LeMahieu |
| SS | Nick Ahmed |
| 3B | Nolan Arenado |
| OF One | Andrew Toles |
| OF Two | Jordan Luplow |
| OF Three | Joc Pederson |
| Util | Paul Goldschmidt |
| Salary | $33,400 |
| Expected Points | 126.91 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $12,000 | 48.59 | 4.05 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $10,800 | 43.33 | 4.01 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $10,200 | 41.17 | 4.04 |
| Luis Severino | DET | $11,600 | 39.04 | 3.37 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyson Ross | TOR | $6,300 | 27.06 | 4.30 |
| Jameson Taillon | LAD | $7,300 | 30.77 | 4.22 |
| Kevin Gausman | BAL | $6,900 | 28.29 | 4.10 |
| Ross Stripling | STL | $9,200 | 37.41 | 4.07 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ian Desmond | TB | $3,800 | 12.86 | 3.38 |
| Ian Desmond | TB | $3,800 | 12.86 | 3.38 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,200 | 12.64 | 3.01 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,200 | 12.64 | 3.01 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ji-Man Choi | DET | $2,000 | 9.72 | 4.86 |
| Ji-Man Choi | DET | $2,000 | 9.72 | 4.86 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,300 | 9.37 | 4.07 |
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,500 | 9.66 | 3.86 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,900 | 13.27 | 3.40 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,400 | 12.36 | 2.81 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,600 | 12.32 | 2.68 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $3,400 | 10.77 | 3.17 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devon Travis | KC | $2,200 | 8.61 | 3.91 |
| Carlos Asuaje | SD | $2,000 | 7.71 | 3.86 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,900 | 13.27 | 3.40 |
| Chase Utley | STL | $2,300 | 7.76 | 3.37 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,600 | 12.91 | 2.81 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,900 | 12.51 | 3.21 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,800 | 11.73 | 2.44 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,400 | 11.35 | 2.58 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,200 | 8.36 | 3.80 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,600 | 8.94 | 3.44 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,900 | 12.51 | 3.21 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,200 | 6.76 | 3.07 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,000 | 16.06 | 3.21 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,900 | 12.24 | 3.14 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,700 | 11.92 | 2.54 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,800 | 9.97 | 2.62 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $2,500 | 9.92 | 3.97 |
| José Reyes | CIN | $2,000 | 7.82 | 3.91 |
| José Reyes | CIN | $2,000 | 7.82 | 3.91 |
| David Freese | LAD | $2,500 | 8.75 | 3.50 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,400 | 14.88 | 2.76 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,200 | 13.44 | 2.58 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,400 | 13.40 | 3.04 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $3,800 | 13.21 | 3.48 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Toles | STL | $2,000 | 9.60 | 4.80 |
| Jordan Luplow | LAD | $2,000 | 9.44 | 4.72 |
| Aaron Altherr | HOU | $2,000 | 8.33 | 4.16 |
| Chad Pinder | SEA | $2,100 | 8.39 | 4.00 |
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.