For full value reports and bulk linuep optimzers, check out FantasyPlus from Sports from the Basement.
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 DraftKings Optimizer.
| P One | José Ramírez |
| P Two | Mike Minor |
| C | Buster Posey |
| 1B | Anthony Rizzo |
| 2B | Chase d’Arnaud |
| SS | Marcus Semien |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Rhys Hoskins |
| OF Two | Josh Reddick |
| OF Three | Andrew McCutchen |
| Salary | $35,700 |
| Expected Points | 86.64 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $12,000 | 21.45 | 1.79 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $10,000 | 19.98 | 2.00 |
| Gerrit Cole | LAD | $10,900 | 19.09 | 1.75 |
| Masahiro Tanaka | DET | $8,600 | 18.86 | 2.19 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | NYM | $2,000 | 6.25 | 3.13 |
| Mike Minor | TOR | $5,000 | 12.63 | 2.53 |
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $7,700 | 18.41 | 2.39 |
| Roenis Elías | BOS | $4,000 | 9.52 | 2.38 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yadier Molina | WSH | $4,300 | 8.34 | 1.94 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $3,500 | 8.14 | 2.33 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $10,200 | 7.79 | 0.76 |
| Tyler Flowers | NYM | $5,600 | 7.57 | 1.35 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Iannetta | TB | $2,800 | 6.60 | 2.36 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $3,500 | 8.14 | 2.33 |
| Jonathan Lucroy | TB | $2,700 | 6.10 | 2.26 |
| James McCann | CHW | $2,700 | 6.02 | 2.23 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $5,400 | 10.71 | 1.98 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,500 | 9.69 | 2.15 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $4,600 | 9.68 | 2.10 |
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $4,800 | 9.16 | 1.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victor Martinez | CHW | $2,700 | 6.74 | 2.50 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $3,500 | 8.07 | 2.30 |
| Eric Hosmer | NYY | $3,500 | 7.83 | 2.24 |
| Mark Trumbo | BAL | $3,500 | 7.77 | 2.22 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $5,200 | 9.96 | 1.92 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $4,400 | 9.72 | 2.21 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $5,100 | 9.61 | 1.88 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,300 | 8.88 | 2.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chase d’Arnaud | SD | $2,700 | 7.71 | 2.86 |
| Niko Goodrum | CHW | $3,700 | 8.53 | 2.30 |
| Yangervis Solarte | SD | $3,300 | 7.53 | 2.28 |
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $3,900 | 8.77 | 2.25 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,700 | 10.09 | 1.77 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $5,100 | 9.61 | 1.88 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $4,300 | 8.98 | 2.09 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $4,400 | 8.94 | 2.03 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $3,400 | 7.64 | 2.25 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $3,700 | 8.27 | 2.23 |
| Tyler Saladino | MIN | $3,000 | 6.59 | 2.20 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,900 | 6.38 | 2.20 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $5,800 | 10.79 | 1.86 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $5,400 | 10.71 | 1.98 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,100 | 9.51 | 1.86 |
| Eugenio Suárez | PHI | $5,000 | 9.07 | 1.81 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | NYM | $2,000 | 6.25 | 3.13 |
| Chase d’Arnaud | SD | $2,700 | 7.71 | 2.86 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $3,500 | 8.43 | 2.41 |
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $3,500 | 8.30 | 2.37 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $6,000 | 11.85 | 1.98 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $6,200 | 11.41 | 1.84 |
| George Springer | PIT | $5,500 | 10.40 | 1.89 |
| Andrew Benintendi | BOS | $5,700 | 10.03 | 1.76 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerardo Parra | TB | $3,500 | 8.28 | 2.36 |
| Josh Reddick | PIT | $4,000 | 9.23 | 2.31 |
| Andrew McCutchen | LAD | $3,700 | 8.54 | 2.31 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,000 | 9.22 | 2.30 |
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.