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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 | Aaron Nola |
| C/1B | Brandon Belt |
| 2B | José Pirela |
| SS | Trea Turner |
| 3B | Nolan Arenado |
| OF One | Nomar Mazara |
| OF Two | Joey Gallo |
| OF Three | Adam Eaton |
| Util | Carlos Correa |
| Salary | $34,600 |
| Expected Points | 140.81 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $12,200 | 48.23 | 3.95 |
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $10,200 | 44.13 | 4.33 |
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $11,000 | 43.24 | 3.93 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,800 | 37.66 | 3.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $10,200 | 44.13 | 4.33 |
| Trevor Williams | LAD | $6,300 | 26.97 | 4.28 |
| Anthony DeSclafani | PHI | $6,600 | 26.36 | 3.99 |
| James Shields | MIN | $7,100 | 28.08 | 3.95 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $4,400 | 12.58 | 2.86 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $4,400 | 12.58 | 2.86 |
| Brandon Belt | SF | $2,700 | 11.93 | 4.42 |
| Evan Gattis | PIT | $2,800 | 11.53 | 4.12 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Belt | SF | $2,700 | 11.93 | 4.42 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $2,300 | 9.55 | 4.15 |
| Evan Gattis | PIT | $2,800 | 11.53 | 4.12 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,200 | 8.95 | 4.07 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,500 | 11.86 | 3.39 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,000 | 11.45 | 3.82 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $3,700 | 11.35 | 3.07 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,600 | 10.98 | 3.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Pirela | SD | $2,100 | 9.39 | 4.47 |
| José Pirela | SD | $2,100 | 9.39 | 4.47 |
| Niko Goodrum | CHW | $2,500 | 10.64 | 4.25 |
| Niko Goodrum | CHW | $2,500 | 10.64 | 4.25 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,500 | 14.00 | 3.11 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $3,600 | 13.02 | 3.62 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,700 | 12.41 | 3.35 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,000 | 12.07 | 3.02 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alen Hanson | MIN | $2,200 | 9.48 | 4.31 |
| Alen Hanson | MIN | $2,200 | 9.48 | 4.31 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,000 | 8.40 | 4.20 |
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,600 | 10.80 | 4.15 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,100 | 14.29 | 3.48 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $5,100 | 14.04 | 0.00 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $3,800 | 11.98 | 3.15 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,000 | 11.62 | 2.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yandy Díaz | LAA | $2,300 | 9.93 | 4.32 |
| Christian Villanueva | SD | $2,500 | 10.63 | 4.25 |
| David Freese | LAD | $2,400 | 9.73 | 4.05 |
| David Freese | LAD | $2,400 | 9.73 | 4.05 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,100 | 15.56 | 3.05 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,500 | 13.83 | 3.07 |
| Justin Upton | MIL | $4,200 | 12.93 | 3.08 |
| Giancarlo Stanton | DET | $4,600 | 12.82 | 2.79 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nomar Mazara | TOR | $2,500 | 11.58 | 4.63 |
| Adam Eaton | CHC | $2,700 | 11.68 | 4.32 |
| Mason Williams | PHI | $2,000 | 8.31 | 4.16 |
| Ian Happ | ATL | $2,700 | 11.19 | 4.14 |
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.