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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 | Robbie Ray |
| C/1B | Matt Davidson |
| 2B | Chase Utley |
| SS | Marcus Semien |
| 3B | Jeimer Candelario |
| OF One | Joc Pederson |
| OF Two | Adam Eaton |
| OF Three | Eric Thames |
| Util | Paul Goldschmidt |
| Salary | $31,200 |
| Expected Points | 125.7 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $11,500 | 43.86 | 3.81 |
| David Price | BOS | $9,000 | 35.62 | 3.96 |
| Tyler Skaggs | MIL | $9,300 | 35.21 | 3.79 |
| Danny Duffy | NYY | $8,800 | 32.24 | 3.66 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Boyd | CHW | $6,500 | 27.16 | 4.18 |
| Corey Oswalt | CIN | $6,000 | 24.73 | 4.12 |
| Derek Holland | MIN | $6,500 | 26.17 | 4.03 |
| David Price | BOS | $9,000 | 35.62 | 3.96 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $3,900 | 12.37 | 3.17 |
| Yuli Gurriel | PIT | $3,500 | 11.91 | 3.40 |
| Edwin Encarnacion | LAA | $3,800 | 11.36 | 2.99 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $3,900 | 11.35 | 2.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Davidson | MIN | $2,200 | 9.56 | 4.34 |
| Matt Davidson | MIN | $2,200 | 9.56 | 4.34 |
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,000 | 8.57 | 4.29 |
| Hunter Dozier | NYY | $2,000 | 8.47 | 4.23 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,500 | 13.54 | 3.01 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,400 | 12.12 | 3.56 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,900 | 11.69 | 3.00 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,700 | 11.66 | 3.15 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chase Utley | STL | $2,100 | 9.22 | 4.39 |
| Alen Hanson | MIN | $2,500 | 9.91 | 3.96 |
| Alen Hanson | MIN | $2,500 | 9.91 | 3.96 |
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,100 | 7.91 | 3.76 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,700 | 12.69 | 2.70 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,600 | 12.54 | 3.48 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,300 | 12.11 | 2.82 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $3,800 | 11.60 | 3.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $2,800 | 10.95 | 3.91 |
| Paul DeJong | WSH | $3,000 | 11.53 | 3.84 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,600 | 9.80 | 3.77 |
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $2,700 | 9.39 | 3.48 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $4,400 | 13.66 | 3.10 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $4,400 | 13.66 | 3.10 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,700 | 13.49 | 2.87 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,800 | 13.02 | 2.71 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Reyes | CIN | $2,100 | 8.94 | 4.26 |
| José Reyes | CIN | $2,100 | 8.94 | 4.26 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,100 | 8.46 | 4.03 |
| Luis Valbuena | MIL | $2,100 | 8.46 | 4.03 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,000 | 16.20 | 3.24 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,800 | 14.44 | 3.01 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,200 | 13.62 | 3.24 |
| Eddie Rosario | OAK | $3,700 | 13.51 | 3.65 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joc Pederson | STL | $3,000 | 13.04 | 4.35 |
| Victor Reyes | CHW | $2,000 | 8.57 | 4.29 |
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $2,600 | 11.16 | 4.29 |
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $2,600 | 11.16 | 4.29 |
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.