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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 | Jacob deGrom |
| C/1B | Roberto Pérez |
| 2B | José Pirela |
| SS | Tim Anderson |
| 3B | Nolan Arenado |
| OF One | Robbie Grossman |
| OF Two | Avisaíl García |
| OF Three | Mikie Mahtook |
| Util | Eugenio Suárez |
| Salary | $34,900 |
| Expected Points | 136.34 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $12,000 | 47.79 | 3.98 |
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $12,200 | 45.72 | 3.75 |
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $10,400 | 35.76 | 3.44 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $9,000 | 33.72 | 3.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Newcomb | NYM | $7,200 | 29.09 | 4.04 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $12,000 | 47.79 | 3.98 |
| Tyler Glasnow | LAD | $6,300 | 24.97 | 3.96 |
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $12,200 | 45.72 | 3.75 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 12.75 | 3.11 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $3,700 | 11.97 | 3.24 |
| Ian Desmond | TB | $3,400 | 11.97 | 3.52 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,300 | 11.77 | 2.74 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roberto Pérez | LAA | $2,000 | 8.15 | 4.07 |
| Victor Caratini | ATL | $2,000 | 8.15 | 4.07 |
| Victor Caratini | ATL | $2,000 | 8.15 | 4.07 |
| Matt Davidson | MIN | $2,900 | 10.78 | 3.72 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $3,900 | 12.49 | 3.20 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $3,900 | 12.49 | 3.20 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,700 | 12.19 | 3.29 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,700 | 12.19 | 3.29 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Pirela | SD | $3,000 | 12.09 | 4.03 |
| José Pirela | SD | $3,000 | 12.09 | 4.03 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $2,400 | 8.99 | 3.75 |
| Dilson Herrera | PHI | $2,200 | 8.14 | 3.70 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,500 | 13.24 | 2.94 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $3,900 | 12.49 | 3.20 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $3,900 | 12.49 | 3.20 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $3,000 | 11.92 | 3.97 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $3,000 | 11.92 | 3.97 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $2,000 | 7.44 | 3.72 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $2,000 | 7.44 | 3.72 |
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,800 | 10.23 | 3.65 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,600 | 15.43 | 3.35 |
| Eugenio Suárez | PHI | $3,600 | 12.34 | 3.43 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $3,700 | 12.14 | 3.28 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $3,400 | 10.42 | 3.06 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Frazier | DET | $2,700 | 9.86 | 3.65 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,200 | 8.03 | 3.65 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,200 | 8.03 | 3.65 |
| Eugenio Suárez | PHI | $3,600 | 12.34 | 3.43 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,600 | 14.20 | 3.09 |
| Andrew Benintendi | BOS | $4,100 | 13.78 | 3.36 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $4,300 | 13.70 | 3.19 |
| Hunter Renfroe | SD | $3,400 | 12.49 | 3.67 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbie Grossman | OAK | $2,100 | 9.05 | 4.31 |
| Avisaíl García | MIN | $2,500 | 10.65 | 4.26 |
| Mikie Mahtook | CHW | $2,100 | 8.92 | 4.25 |
| Stephen Piscotty | SEA | $2,500 | 10.51 | 4.20 |
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.