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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 | Anthony DeSclafani |
| C/1B | Mike Zunino |
| 2B | Daniel Murphy |
| SS | Didi Gregorius |
| 3B | Nolan Arenado |
| OF One | Delino DeShields |
| OF Two | Joc Pederson |
| OF Three | Tommy Pham |
| Util | Trea Turner |
| Salary | $31,500 |
| Expected Points | 125.08 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $12,200 | 45.45 | 3.73 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $9,200 | 34.90 | 3.79 |
| Jon Lester | ATL | $9,200 | 34.51 | 3.75 |
| Mike Fiers | CHW | $7,800 | 33.82 | 4.34 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony DeSclafani | PHI | $5,900 | 27.09 | 4.59 |
| Mike Fiers | CHW | $7,800 | 33.82 | 4.34 |
| Lance Lynn | WSH | $7,600 | 32.55 | 4.28 |
| Tyler Glasnow | LAD | $7,000 | 29.14 | 4.16 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $3,800 | 11.73 | 3.09 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,400 | 11.72 | 2.66 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,800 | 11.38 | 2.99 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,800 | 11.38 | 2.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,000 | 9.19 | 4.60 |
| Welington Castillo | MIN | $2,000 | 8.69 | 4.34 |
| Kevin Plawecki | CIN | $2,000 | 8.46 | 4.23 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,100 | 8.84 | 4.21 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,000 | 13.28 | 4.43 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,100 | 11.92 | 2.91 |
| José Ramírez | LAA | $4,400 | 11.58 | 0.00 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,000 | 11.02 | 3.67 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,000 | 13.28 | 4.43 |
| Joe Panik | SF | $2,200 | 9.19 | 4.18 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $2,600 | 10.56 | 4.06 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,000 | 11.02 | 3.67 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,800 | 12.60 | 3.32 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $3,900 | 12.41 | 3.18 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,500 | 12.29 | 2.73 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,100 | 11.74 | 2.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,900 | 11.21 | 3.86 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $2,400 | 8.71 | 3.63 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $2,400 | 8.71 | 3.63 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $2,800 | 9.90 | 3.54 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $3,900 | 12.52 | 3.21 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,200 | 12.49 | 2.97 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $4,000 | 12.24 | 3.06 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,300 | 11.33 | 2.63 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Bote | ATL | $2,200 | 8.18 | 3.72 |
| Todd Frazier | DET | $2,700 | 9.91 | 3.67 |
| Brock Holt | BOS | $2,500 | 8.64 | 3.45 |
| Brock Holt | BOS | $2,500 | 8.64 | 3.45 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tommy Pham | WSH | $3,800 | 15.14 | 3.98 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,200 | 13.29 | 3.16 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $3,200 | 13.29 | 4.15 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,000 | 12.89 | 2.58 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delino DeShields | TOR | $2,000 | 9.56 | 4.78 |
| Brett Phillips | CLE | $2,000 | 8.84 | 4.42 |
| Mikie Mahtook | CHW | $2,300 | 9.75 | 4.24 |
| Jay Bruce | LAA | $2,500 | 10.60 | 4.24 |
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.