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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 | Mike Clevinger |
| P Two | Reynaldo López |
| C | Wilson Ramos |
| 1B | Mark Reynolds |
| 2B | Logan Forsythe |
| SS | Javier Báez |
| 3B | José Bautista |
| OF One | Grégor Blanco |
| OF Two | José Bautista |
| OF Three | Ian Happ |
| Salary | $49,800 |
| Expected Points | 107.99 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| German Márquez | TB | $12,000 | 22.00 | 1.83 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $11,200 | 21.50 | 1.92 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,800 | 18.86 | 1.92 |
| Andrew Heaney | MIL | $10,400 | 18.29 | 1.76 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reynaldo López | MIN | $7,500 | 16.39 | 2.19 |
| Zach Davies | CLE | $6,600 | 13.46 | 2.04 |
| Michael Fulmer | CHW | $7,300 | 14.25 | 1.95 |
| Vince Velasquez | HOU | $8,200 | 16.03 | 1.95 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $4,700 | 8.40 | 1.79 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,100 | 7.81 | 1.90 |
| Salvador Perez | NYY | $4,300 | 7.75 | 1.80 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,100 | 7.71 | 1.88 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,800 | 6.56 | 2.34 |
| Sandy Leon | BOS | $2,600 | 5.76 | 2.22 |
| Roberto Pérez | LAA | $2,700 | 5.79 | 2.14 |
| Erik Kratz | DET | $3,000 | 6.13 | 2.04 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Abreu | MIN | $4,900 | 8.80 | 1.80 |
| Mark Reynolds | TB | $4,200 | 8.76 | 2.09 |
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $4,300 | 8.63 | 2.01 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,200 | 8.60 | 1.65 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Davis | BAL | $3,000 | 6.81 | 2.27 |
| Neil Walker | CLE | $3,200 | 7.05 | 2.20 |
| Ryon Healy | TEX | $3,300 | 7.21 | 2.18 |
| Trey Mancini | BAL | $3,500 | 7.38 | 2.11 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $5,400 | 10.64 | 1.97 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $4,200 | 9.18 | 2.19 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $4,700 | 9.08 | 1.93 |
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $4,100 | 8.82 | 2.15 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logan Forsythe | STL | $3,000 | 7.52 | 2.51 |
| Joe Panik | SF | $2,900 | 7.02 | 2.42 |
| Pete Kozma | TOR | $2,200 | 5.07 | 2.30 |
| Neil Walker | CLE | $3,200 | 7.05 | 2.20 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $5,400 | 10.64 | 1.97 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,600 | 9.91 | 1.77 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $5,200 | 9.01 | 1.73 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $5,100 | 8.94 | 1.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pete Kozma | TOR | $2,200 | 5.07 | 2.30 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $3,800 | 8.40 | 2.21 |
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $3,600 | 7.97 | 2.21 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $3,100 | 6.81 | 2.20 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,600 | 10.20 | 2.22 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,900 | 9.23 | 1.88 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $4,200 | 9.18 | 2.19 |
| José Bautista | KC | $3,800 | 9.09 | 2.39 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Bautista | KC | $3,800 | 9.09 | 2.39 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,600 | 10.20 | 2.22 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $4,200 | 9.18 | 2.19 |
| David Bote | ATL | $3,700 | 8.06 | 2.18 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,900 | 10.98 | 1.86 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,600 | 10.67 | 1.91 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,700 | 10.64 | 1.87 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,400 | 9.73 | 1.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Bautista | KC | $3,800 | 9.09 | 2.39 |
| Cameron Maybin | PIT | $2,800 | 6.43 | 2.30 |
| Aaron Altherr | HOU | $3,300 | 7.47 | 2.26 |
| Kole Calhoun | MIL | $3,700 | 8.20 | 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.