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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 | Sonny Gray |
| C/1B | Matt Olson |
| 2B | César Hernández |
| SS | Didi Gregorius |
| 3B | David Bote |
| OF One | Austin Slater |
| OF Two | Jordan Luplow |
| OF Three | Albert Almora Jr. |
| Util | Eugenio Suárez |
| Salary | $30,100 |
| Expected Points | 122.39 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonny Gray | DET | $7,800 | 32.85 | 4.21 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $9,000 | 31.96 | 3.55 |
| Nick Tropeano | MIL | $7,100 | 30.01 | 4.23 |
| Nick Kingham | LAD | $8,500 | 28.92 | 3.40 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nick Tropeano | MIL | $7,100 | 30.01 | 4.23 |
| Sonny Gray | DET | $7,800 | 32.85 | 4.21 |
| Tyler Chatwood | ATL | $5,800 | 23.70 | 4.09 |
| Wade Miley | BAL | $6,300 | 25.70 | 4.08 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Olson | SEA | $3,500 | 13.34 | 3.81 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $3,800 | 12.58 | 3.31 |
| C.J. Cron | MIL | $3,500 | 11.42 | 3.26 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $3,400 | 11.34 | 3.34 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Avila | ATL | $2,000 | 8.63 | 4.32 |
| Mitch Garver | OAK | $2,100 | 9.01 | 4.29 |
| Francisco Cervelli | LAD | $2,000 | 8.47 | 4.24 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,200 | 8.87 | 4.03 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,900 | 12.46 | 3.19 |
| Jed Lowrie | SEA | $3,500 | 11.88 | 3.39 |
| Jed Lowrie | SEA | $3,500 | 11.88 | 3.39 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $3,500 | 11.48 | 3.28 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,100 | 9.00 | 4.29 |
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,100 | 9.00 | 4.29 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $2,900 | 11.18 | 3.85 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,800 | 10.24 | 3.66 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $3,500 | 12.57 | 3.59 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,900 | 11.46 | 2.94 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $4,100 | 11.39 | 2.78 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $3,800 | 10.91 | 2.87 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,100 | 8.15 | 3.88 |
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $2,000 | 7.31 | 3.66 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $3,500 | 12.57 | 3.59 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,300 | 7.96 | 3.46 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eugenio Suárez | PHI | $3,900 | 13.24 | 3.39 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,200 | 11.71 | 2.79 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $3,600 | 10.42 | 2.89 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $3,700 | 10.38 | 2.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Bote | ATL | $2,000 | 9.08 | 4.54 |
| Chase d’Arnaud | SD | $2,400 | 9.50 | 3.96 |
| Chase d’Arnaud | SD | $2,400 | 9.50 | 3.96 |
| David Freese | LAD | $2,200 | 8.57 | 3.90 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,200 | 15.72 | 3.02 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,000 | 15.04 | 3.01 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $4,500 | 14.72 | 3.27 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,400 | 14.14 | 3.21 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Slater | SF | $2,000 | 10.00 | 5.00 |
| Jordan Luplow | LAD | $2,200 | 9.90 | 4.50 |
| Albert Almora Jr. | ATL | $2,300 | 10.23 | 4.45 |
| Phillip Ervin | PHI | $2,300 | 9.72 | 4.23 |
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.