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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 | Stephen Strasburg |
| C/1B | Austin Barnes |
| 2B | DJ LeMahieu |
| SS | Francisco Lindor |
| 3B | Nolan Arenado |
| OF One | Brandon Guyer |
| OF Two | Rajai Davis |
| OF Three | Nicky Delmonico |
| Util | Jake Bauers |
| Salary | $33,400 |
| Expected Points | 137.94 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $12,200 | 43.76 | 3.59 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,000 | 42.75 | 4.28 |
| Dallas Keuchel | PIT | $9,000 | 35.35 | 3.93 |
| Jake Arrieta | ATL | $8,000 | 34.45 | 4.31 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Arrieta | ATL | $8,000 | 34.45 | 4.31 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,000 | 42.75 | 4.28 |
| Wade LeBlanc | LAD | $6,200 | 26.10 | 4.21 |
| Dan Straily | ARZ | $6,400 | 26.76 | 4.18 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $3,700 | 12.63 | 3.41 |
| Edwin Encarnacion | LAA | $3,600 | 12.55 | 3.49 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $3,100 | 11.92 | 3.84 |
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $4,100 | 11.66 | 2.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Barnes | STL | $2,100 | 9.75 | 4.64 |
| Austin Barnes | STL | $2,100 | 9.75 | 4.64 |
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,000 | 8.99 | 4.49 |
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,000 | 8.99 | 4.49 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,200 | 12.70 | 3.97 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,700 | 12.52 | 3.38 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,100 | 11.82 | 2.88 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,100 | 11.50 | 2.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alen Hanson | MIN | $2,300 | 10.54 | 4.58 |
| Alen Hanson | MIN | $2,300 | 10.54 | 4.58 |
| Carlos Asuaje | SD | $2,100 | 9.09 | 4.33 |
| Logan Forsythe | STL | $2,200 | 8.89 | 4.04 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,500 | 14.74 | 3.28 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,200 | 13.24 | 3.15 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,000 | 12.30 | 3.08 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $3,300 | 11.43 | 3.46 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,300 | 8.47 | 3.68 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $3,100 | 11.42 | 3.68 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $3,000 | 10.48 | 3.49 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $3,300 | 11.43 | 3.46 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | LAA | $4,700 | 14.77 | 0.00 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,300 | 14.48 | 3.37 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,300 | 13.88 | 3.23 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $3,900 | 11.47 | 2.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,100 | 8.99 | 4.28 |
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,100 | 8.99 | 4.28 |
| Yangervis Solarte | SD | $2,600 | 10.71 | 4.12 |
| Yangervis Solarte | SD | $2,600 | 10.71 | 4.12 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,000 | 16.27 | 3.25 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $3,400 | 13.30 | 3.91 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,200 | 12.80 | 3.05 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,500 | 12.56 | 2.79 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Guyer | LAA | $2,000 | 11.33 | 5.67 |
| Rajai Davis | BOS | $2,000 | 9.46 | 4.73 |
| Nicky Delmonico | MIN | $2,000 | 9.28 | 4.64 |
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,600 | 11.97 | 4.60 |
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.