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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 DraftKings Optimizer.
| P One | Jefry Rodriguez |
| P Two | Jacob deGrom |
| C | René Rivera |
| 1B | Joe Mauer |
| 2B | Whit Merrifield |
| SS | Trea Turner |
| 3B | Miguel Andújar |
| OF One | Gregory Polanco |
| OF Two | George Springer |
| OF Three | Whit Merrifield |
| Salary | $49,100 |
| Expected Points | 110.92 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $13,000 | 26.71 | 2.05 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $9,300 | 20.85 | 2.24 |
| Luis Severino | DET | $10,300 | 20.01 | 1.94 |
| David Price | BOS | $9,800 | 19.31 | 1.97 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefry Rodriguez | CHC | $4,000 | 12.17 | 3.04 |
| Jake Arrieta | ATL | $7,100 | 16.62 | 2.34 |
| Dallas Keuchel | PIT | $7,600 | 17.13 | 2.25 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $9,300 | 20.85 | 2.24 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,200 | 8.72 | 2.08 |
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $4,300 | 8.48 | 1.97 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $4,400 | 8.21 | 1.86 |
| Evan Gattis | PIT | $3,900 | 8.07 | 2.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| René Rivera | ATL | $3,000 | 7.45 | 2.48 |
| Max Stassi | PIT | $3,100 | 6.62 | 2.14 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,200 | 8.72 | 2.08 |
| Evan Gattis | PIT | $3,900 | 8.07 | 2.07 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Belt | SF | $4,200 | 9.71 | 2.31 |
| Miguel Sanó | OAK | $4,600 | 9.07 | 1.97 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,500 | 8.98 | 1.99 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,400 | 8.94 | 1.66 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Mauer | OAK | $3,600 | 8.61 | 2.39 |
| Brandon Belt | SF | $4,200 | 9.71 | 2.31 |
| Tyler Austin | DET | $3,800 | 8.71 | 2.29 |
| Albert Pujols | MIL | $3,800 | 8.05 | 2.12 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,000 | 8.87 | 2.22 |
| Ben Zobrist | ATL | $4,700 | 8.68 | 1.85 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,900 | 8.52 | 1.74 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $4,800 | 8.37 | 1.74 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $3,700 | 8.26 | 2.23 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,000 | 8.87 | 2.22 |
| Joe Panik | SF | $3,700 | 7.85 | 2.12 |
| Neil Walker | CLE | $3,500 | 7.20 | 2.06 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,400 | 10.39 | 2.36 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,800 | 10.25 | 1.77 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,500 | 9.42 | 2.09 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $4,700 | 9.27 | 1.97 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,400 | 10.39 | 2.36 |
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,800 | 6.26 | 2.23 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $4,200 | 9.04 | 2.15 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,500 | 9.42 | 2.09 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,600 | 9.81 | 2.13 |
| Miguel Andújar | DET | $4,900 | 9.81 | 2.00 |
| Miguel Sanó | OAK | $4,600 | 9.07 | 1.97 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,600 | 8.99 | 1.95 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $3,600 | 7.91 | 2.20 |
| David Bote | ATL | $3,800 | 8.35 | 2.20 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,600 | 9.81 | 2.13 |
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $3,400 | 7.19 | 2.11 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $6,300 | 11.41 | 1.81 |
| Giancarlo Stanton | DET | $5,300 | 10.15 | 1.92 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,000 | 9.67 | 1.93 |
| Justin Upton | MIL | $5,100 | 9.62 | 1.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billy McKinney | DET | $2,700 | 6.31 | 2.34 |
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $3,700 | 8.67 | 2.34 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,000 | 8.87 | 2.22 |
| George Springer | PIT | $4,100 | 9.11 | 2.22 |
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.