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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 | Brian Johnson |
| C/1B | Matt Carpenter |
| 2B | Logan Forsythe |
| SS | JT Riddle |
| 3B | Matt Chapman |
| OF One | Robbie Grossman |
| OF Two | Jake Cave |
| OF Three | Roman Quinn |
| Util | Travis Shaw |
| Salary | $29,600 |
| Expected Points | 116.74 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $11,000 | 39.74 | 3.61 |
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $10,700 | 39.73 | 3.71 |
| Gerrit Cole | LAD | $10,500 | 38.46 | 3.66 |
| Noah Syndergaard | CIN | $9,700 | 34.78 | 3.59 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Johnson | BOS | $5,800 | 26.65 | 4.59 |
| Edwin Jackson | CHC | $6,100 | 24.53 | 4.02 |
| Júnior Guerra | CLE | $6,300 | 25.18 | 4.00 |
| Anthony DeSclafani | PHI | $7,600 | 29.84 | 3.93 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $4,300 | 12.86 | 2.99 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $4,300 | 12.86 | 2.99 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $3,600 | 11.82 | 3.28 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,200 | 11.34 | 2.70 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob Stallings | LAD | $2,000 | 8.37 | 4.18 |
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,300 | 9.58 | 4.17 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,300 | 9.32 | 4.05 |
| Ryon Healy | TEX | $2,600 | 10.44 | 4.02 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $4,000 | 12.71 | 3.18 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,800 | 12.43 | 3.27 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,800 | 12.43 | 3.27 |
| Jed Lowrie | SEA | $3,800 | 11.59 | 3.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logan Forsythe | STL | $2,300 | 11.15 | 4.85 |
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,100 | 8.41 | 4.00 |
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,100 | 8.41 | 4.00 |
| Joe Panik | SF | $2,300 | 8.98 | 3.90 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,600 | 12.61 | 2.74 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $3,500 | 12.12 | 3.46 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $3,900 | 11.69 | 3.00 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $3,900 | 11.69 | 3.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,300 | 10.16 | 4.42 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,400 | 10.57 | 4.40 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $2,600 | 10.18 | 3.91 |
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $2,000 | 7.25 | 3.62 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $4,300 | 12.86 | 2.99 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $4,300 | 12.86 | 2.99 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $3,600 | 11.58 | 3.22 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,200 | 11.22 | 2.67 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,000 | 8.34 | 4.17 |
| Hunter Dozier | NYY | $2,700 | 9.90 | 3.66 |
| Hunter Dozier | NYY | $2,700 | 9.90 | 3.66 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,500 | 9.16 | 3.66 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,100 | 14.54 | 2.85 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,700 | 13.57 | 2.89 |
| Mitch Haniger | TEX | $4,000 | 12.88 | 3.22 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,300 | 12.71 | 2.95 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbie Grossman | OAK | $2,100 | 9.30 | 4.43 |
| Keon Broxton | CLE | $2,200 | 9.69 | 4.40 |
| Brett Phillips | CLE | $2,100 | 9.18 | 4.37 |
| Jace Peterson | NYM | $2,000 | 8.53 | 4.26 |
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.