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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 | Charlie Morton |
| C/1B | Justin Bour |
| 2B | Javier Báez |
| SS | Marcus Semien |
| 3B | Nolan Arenado |
| OF One | Billy McKinney |
| OF Two | Brandon Guyer |
| OF Three | Mason Williams |
| Util | Paul Goldschmidt |
| Salary | $33,700 |
| Expected Points | 135.64 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,500 | 41.74 | 4.39 |
| Noah Syndergaard | CIN | $9,800 | 39.32 | 4.01 |
| Carlos Rodón | MIN | $8,800 | 34.36 | 3.90 |
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $9,200 | 33.07 | 3.59 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,500 | 41.74 | 4.39 |
| Jon Lester | ATL | $7,700 | 31.66 | 4.11 |
| Trevor Williams | LAD | $6,700 | 27.55 | 4.11 |
| Noah Syndergaard | CIN | $9,800 | 39.32 | 4.01 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $4,100 | 12.60 | 3.07 |
| Eric Hosmer | NYY | $3,900 | 12.32 | 3.16 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 11.81 | 2.88 |
| Justin Smoak | KC | $3,500 | 11.75 | 3.36 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $2,000 | 10.33 | 5.17 |
| Willson Contreras | ATL | $2,400 | 10.42 | 4.34 |
| Yan Gomes | LAA | $2,400 | 9.52 | 3.96 |
| Tyler Flowers | NYM | $2,000 | 7.87 | 3.93 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $3,700 | 13.58 | 3.67 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $3,700 | 13.58 | 3.67 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $4,200 | 12.07 | 2.87 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $4,200 | 12.07 | 2.87 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,000 | 8.31 | 4.15 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,000 | 8.31 | 4.15 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,400 | 9.37 | 3.90 |
| Devon Travis | KC | $2,500 | 9.67 | 3.87 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,700 | 13.26 | 2.82 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,400 | 12.29 | 2.79 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,200 | 11.96 | 3.74 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,600 | 11.20 | 2.43 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $2,500 | 9.43 | 3.77 |
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $2,500 | 9.43 | 3.77 |
| Asdrúbal Cabrera | CIN | $2,600 | 9.72 | 3.74 |
| Asdrúbal Cabrera | CIN | $2,600 | 9.72 | 3.74 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,500 | 14.76 | 3.28 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,400 | 12.17 | 2.77 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,400 | 12.17 | 2.77 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $4,200 | 11.87 | 2.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,100 | 8.46 | 4.03 |
| David Bote | ATL | $2,700 | 10.43 | 3.86 |
| Russell Martin | KC | $2,500 | 9.38 | 3.75 |
| Todd Frazier | DET | $2,900 | 10.54 | 3.63 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,200 | 14.90 | 3.55 |
| Carlos González | TB | $3,800 | 14.34 | 3.77 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,700 | 13.65 | 2.90 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $4,200 | 13.45 | 3.20 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billy McKinney | DET | $2,000 | 11.04 | 5.52 |
| Brandon Guyer | LAA | $2,000 | 9.68 | 4.84 |
| Mason Williams | PHI | $2,000 | 9.41 | 4.71 |
| Albert Almora Jr. | ATL | $2,300 | 10.59 | 4.60 |
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.