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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 | Mike Clevinger |
| C/1B | Mike Zunino |
| 2B | Jed Lowrie |
| SS | Paul DeJong |
| 3B | Eduardo Escobar |
| OF One | Michael A. Taylor |
| OF Two | Mason Williams |
| OF Three | Cameron Maybin |
| Util | Matt Carpenter |
| Salary | $33,400 |
| Expected Points | 127.2 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $9,500 | 38.76 | 4.08 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $8,800 | 35.70 | 4.06 |
| Dallas Keuchel | PIT | $9,000 | 35.69 | 3.97 |
| Mike Foltynewicz | NYM | $10,500 | 35.46 | 3.38 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $9,500 | 38.76 | 4.08 |
| CC Sabathia | DET | $7,800 | 31.80 | 4.08 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $8,800 | 35.70 | 4.06 |
| Dallas Keuchel | PIT | $9,000 | 35.69 | 3.97 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $4,500 | 13.26 | 2.95 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $4,500 | 13.26 | 2.95 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,200 | 12.89 | 3.07 |
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $4,200 | 12.29 | 2.93 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,000 | 9.91 | 4.96 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $2,000 | 8.57 | 4.28 |
| Blake Swihart | BOS | $2,000 | 7.76 | 3.88 |
| Blake Swihart | BOS | $2,000 | 7.76 | 3.88 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,800 | 12.39 | 3.26 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,800 | 12.39 | 3.26 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,900 | 11.66 | 2.99 |
| Jed Lowrie | SEA | $3,500 | 11.51 | 3.29 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| César Hernández | HOU | $2,500 | 10.50 | 4.20 |
| Joe Panik | SF | $2,300 | 9.25 | 4.02 |
| Neil Walker | CLE | $2,800 | 10.37 | 3.70 |
| Neil Walker | CLE | $2,800 | 10.37 | 3.70 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,500 | 13.01 | 2.89 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,100 | 12.65 | 3.08 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,100 | 12.65 | 3.08 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,000 | 12.64 | 3.16 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,700 | 10.49 | 3.88 |
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $2,300 | 8.61 | 3.74 |
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $2,300 | 8.61 | 3.74 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $2,800 | 9.95 | 3.55 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $4,200 | 13.23 | 3.15 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $4,200 | 13.23 | 3.15 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $4,300 | 12.89 | 3.00 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,300 | 12.08 | 2.81 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Frazier | DET | $2,400 | 10.53 | 4.39 |
| David Freese | LAD | $2,500 | 9.58 | 3.83 |
| David Freese | LAD | $2,500 | 9.58 | 3.83 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,100 | 7.69 | 3.66 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khris Davis | SEA | $4,300 | 13.53 | 3.15 |
| Carlos González | TB | $3,800 | 13.11 | 3.45 |
| Tyler O’Neill | WSH | $3,400 | 13.09 | 3.85 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $4,100 | 12.91 | 3.15 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael A. Taylor | CHC | $2,000 | 9.65 | 4.83 |
| Mason Williams | PHI | $2,100 | 9.82 | 4.67 |
| Cameron Maybin | PIT | $2,000 | 8.89 | 4.45 |
| Mikie Mahtook | CHW | $2,000 | 8.89 | 4.45 |
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.