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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 | Jon Lester |
| C/1B | Lucas Duda |
| 2B | Joey Wendle |
| SS | Francisco Lindor |
| 3B | Alex Bregman |
| OF One | Jorge Bonifacio |
| OF Two | Adam Eaton |
| OF Three | Joey Gallo |
| Util | Jake Bauers |
| Salary | $33,200 |
| Expected Points | 132.89 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,700 | 48.86 | 4.18 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $10,800 | 41.94 | 3.88 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $12,200 | 40.95 | 3.36 |
| Jon Lester | ATL | $8,400 | 36.97 | 4.40 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jon Lester | ATL | $8,400 | 36.97 | 4.40 |
| Sean Manaea | SEA | $7,900 | 33.60 | 4.25 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,700 | 48.86 | 4.18 |
| Anthony DeSclafani | PHI | $6,500 | 26.69 | 4.11 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $4,200 | 12.46 | 2.97 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $2,800 | 11.34 | 4.05 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,000 | 11.33 | 2.83 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $3,200 | 11.33 | 3.54 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Davidson | MIN | $2,400 | 9.98 | 4.16 |
| Matt Davidson | MIN | $2,400 | 9.98 | 4.16 |
| Alex Avila | ATL | $2,200 | 8.91 | 4.05 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $2,800 | 11.34 | 4.05 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,000 | 13.03 | 3.26 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,100 | 12.43 | 3.03 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,100 | 12.43 | 3.03 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $8,000 | 12.26 | 1.53 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolten Wong | WSH | $2,500 | 9.44 | 3.78 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,000 | 7.53 | 3.76 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,000 | 7.53 | 3.76 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $3,000 | 11.09 | 3.70 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,400 | 13.82 | 3.14 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $8,500 | 13.51 | 1.59 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,200 | 12.42 | 2.96 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $8,000 | 12.40 | 1.55 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $3,000 | 10.47 | 3.49 |
| Paul DeJong | WSH | $3,300 | 10.87 | 3.29 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,400 | 13.82 | 3.14 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,600 | 11.26 | 3.13 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $9,500 | 15.05 | 1.58 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,400 | 14.19 | 3.23 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $0 | 12.83 | 0.00 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $3,900 | 12.42 | 3.18 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $2,500 | 10.22 | 4.09 |
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,500 | 9.79 | 3.91 |
| Yangervis Solarte | SD | $2,600 | 9.92 | 3.81 |
| Yangervis Solarte | SD | $2,600 | 9.92 | 3.81 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $9,000 | 15.07 | 1.67 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,000 | 14.57 | 2.91 |
| George Springer | PIT | $3,600 | 12.87 | 3.58 |
| Shin-soo Choo | TOR | $3,300 | 12.67 | 3.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jorge Bonifacio | NYY | $2,400 | 10.38 | 4.32 |
| Leury García | MIN | $2,300 | 9.93 | 4.32 |
| Ryan Rua | TOR | $2,000 | 8.23 | 4.12 |
| Daniel Palka | MIN | $2,600 | 10.68 | 4.11 |
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.