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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 | Clayton Kershaw |
| C/1B | Paul Goldschmidt |
| 2B | Niko Goodrum |
| SS | Marcus Semien |
| 3B | Christian Villanueva |
| OF One | Harrison Bader |
| OF Two | Nicky Delmonico |
| OF Three | Steven Souza Jr. |
| Util | José Martínez |
| Salary | $33,300 |
| Expected Points | 134.89 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $10,800 | 42.59 | 3.94 |
| Luis Severino | DET | $10,300 | 40.28 | 3.91 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $11,200 | 40.08 | 3.58 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $9,300 | 32.87 | 3.53 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Manaea | SEA | $7,400 | 29.33 | 3.96 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $10,800 | 42.59 | 3.94 |
| Luis Severino | DET | $10,300 | 40.28 | 3.91 |
| Clayton Richard | SD | $5,900 | 22.58 | 3.83 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Martínez | WSH | $2,900 | 12.10 | 4.17 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,200 | 12.03 | 2.86 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $3,500 | 11.91 | 3.40 |
| Yonder Alonso | TEX | $3,100 | 11.45 | 3.69 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryon Healy | TEX | $2,100 | 9.11 | 4.34 |
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,000 | 8.53 | 4.26 |
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,000 | 8.53 | 4.26 |
| Tucker Barnhart | PHI | $2,000 | 8.43 | 4.21 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,900 | 10.90 | 2.79 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,100 | 10.68 | 3.44 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,100 | 10.68 | 3.44 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,600 | 10.60 | 2.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niko Goodrum | CHW | $2,200 | 10.18 | 4.63 |
| Niko Goodrum | CHW | $2,200 | 10.18 | 4.63 |
| José Pirela | SD | $2,200 | 8.51 | 3.87 |
| José Pirela | SD | $2,200 | 8.51 | 3.87 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,000 | 14.25 | 2.85 |
| Paul DeJong | WSH | $3,600 | 11.19 | 3.11 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,800 | 11.18 | 2.94 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,100 | 11.06 | 2.70 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,200 | 9.30 | 4.23 |
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,000 | 8.17 | 4.09 |
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,500 | 9.62 | 3.85 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,000 | 10.91 | 3.64 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | LAA | $5,000 | 14.14 | 0.00 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $3,900 | 12.02 | 3.08 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $3,900 | 12.02 | 3.08 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $3,400 | 11.64 | 3.42 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Villanueva | SD | $2,500 | 11.47 | 4.59 |
| Chase d’Arnaud | SD | $2,000 | 7.75 | 3.87 |
| Chase d’Arnaud | SD | $2,000 | 7.75 | 3.87 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $2,800 | 10.21 | 3.65 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Brantley | LAA | $3,800 | 12.86 | 3.38 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $4,000 | 12.67 | 3.17 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,500 | 12.39 | 2.75 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $3,700 | 11.82 | 3.19 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrison Bader | WSH | $2,400 | 10.90 | 4.54 |
| Nicky Delmonico | MIN | $2,200 | 9.99 | 4.54 |
| Melky Cabrera | NYY | $2,200 | 9.83 | 4.47 |
| Mark Canha | SEA | $2,300 | 10.01 | 4.35 |
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.