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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 | Justin Verlander |
| C/1B | Tyler White |
| 2B | Brian Dozier |
| SS | Hernán Pérez |
| 3B | Cory Spangenberg |
| OF One | Travis Jankowski |
| OF Two | Ryan Braun |
| OF Three | Lorenzo Cain |
| Util | Justin Turner |
| Salary | $34,900 |
| Expected Points | 136.06 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,800 | 46.28 | 3.92 |
| Corey Kluber | LAA | $11,200 | 45.15 | 4.03 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $10,000 | 40.50 | 4.05 |
| Rick Porcello | BOS | $9,200 | 35.33 | 3.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.A. Happ | KC | $8,400 | 34.95 | 4.16 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $10,000 | 40.50 | 4.05 |
| Corey Kluber | LAA | $11,200 | 45.15 | 4.03 |
| Júnior Guerra | CLE | $7,800 | 30.94 | 3.97 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $3,700 | 12.44 | 3.36 |
| Steve Pearce | KC | $3,500 | 11.84 | 3.38 |
| Steve Pearce | KC | $3,500 | 11.84 | 3.38 |
| Eric Hosmer | NYY | $3,000 | 11.68 | 3.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,000 | 8.89 | 4.44 |
| Ji-Man Choi | DET | $2,200 | 9.59 | 4.36 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $2,000 | 8.59 | 4.30 |
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,100 | 8.41 | 4.00 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,100 | 13.35 | 3.26 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,500 | 10.94 | 3.12 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,500 | 10.94 | 3.12 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,900 | 10.92 | 2.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Panik | SF | $2,100 | 8.52 | 4.06 |
| José Pirela | SD | $2,100 | 8.28 | 3.94 |
| José Pirela | SD | $2,100 | 8.28 | 3.94 |
| Logan Forsythe | STL | $2,300 | 8.65 | 3.76 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,600 | 13.58 | 2.95 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,800 | 13.36 | 2.78 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,800 | 12.78 | 3.36 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,200 | 12.73 | 3.03 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,400 | 10.63 | 4.43 |
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,400 | 10.63 | 4.43 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,000 | 7.53 | 3.77 |
| Jorge Polanco | OAK | $2,500 | 9.36 | 3.74 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Turner | STL | $3,900 | 13.56 | 3.48 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,600 | 13.00 | 2.83 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $4,800 | 12.75 | 0.00 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $3,700 | 11.72 | 3.17 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,200 | 9.88 | 4.49 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,200 | 9.88 | 4.49 |
| David Freese | LAD | $2,300 | 9.46 | 4.11 |
| David Freese | LAD | $2,300 | 9.46 | 4.11 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,900 | 15.66 | 3.20 |
| Giancarlo Stanton | DET | $4,700 | 13.36 | 2.84 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,100 | 13.11 | 3.20 |
| Lorenzo Cain | NYY | $3,200 | 12.49 | 3.90 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Jankowski | SD | $2,200 | 9.41 | 4.28 |
| Melky Cabrera | NYY | $2,100 | 8.70 | 4.14 |
| Michael A. Taylor | CHC | $2,300 | 9.32 | 4.05 |
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,800 | 10.97 | 3.92 |
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.