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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 | Ross Stripling |
| C/1B | Blake Swihart |
| 2B | Daniel Murphy |
| SS | José Peraza |
| 3B | Brian Anderson |
| OF One | Jake Marisnick |
| OF Two | Hunter Pence |
| OF Three | Joc Pederson |
| Util | Anthony Rizzo |
| Salary | $29,100 |
| Expected Points | 121.83 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $12,300 | 41.43 | 3.37 |
| Masahiro Tanaka | DET | $10,700 | 34.91 | 3.26 |
| Andrew Heaney | MIL | $8,500 | 33.84 | 3.98 |
| German Márquez | TB | $10,200 | 33.47 | 3.28 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Stripling | STL | $6,300 | 31.57 | 5.01 |
| Nick Pivetta | HOU | $6,200 | 26.25 | 4.23 |
| Sean Newcomb | NYM | $7,600 | 31.90 | 4.20 |
| Edwin Jackson | CHC | $6,800 | 27.40 | 4.03 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,200 | 12.08 | 2.88 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $3,900 | 11.60 | 2.97 |
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $3,300 | 11.25 | 3.41 |
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $3,000 | 11.23 | 3.74 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blake Swihart | BOS | $2,000 | 10.66 | 5.33 |
| Blake Swihart | BOS | $2,000 | 10.66 | 5.33 |
| Welington Castillo | MIN | $2,000 | 9.08 | 4.54 |
| Reese McGuire | KC | $2,200 | 9.80 | 4.45 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,900 | 12.59 | 3.23 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,900 | 12.59 | 3.23 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,300 | 12.40 | 3.76 |
| César Hernández | HOU | $3,300 | 11.98 | 3.63 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $2,800 | 11.14 | 3.98 |
| Logan Forsythe | STL | $2,400 | 9.37 | 3.90 |
| Dilson Herrera | PHI | $2,000 | 7.57 | 3.78 |
| Dilson Herrera | PHI | $2,000 | 7.57 | 3.78 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,300 | 12.64 | 2.94 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,500 | 12.08 | 2.68 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,200 | 11.40 | 2.71 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,400 | 11.36 | 2.58 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,300 | 8.95 | 3.89 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,900 | 10.05 | 3.47 |
| Andrelton Simmons | MIL | $2,700 | 9.17 | 3.39 |
| Jorge Polanco | OAK | $3,100 | 10.16 | 3.28 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,600 | 12.83 | 2.79 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,400 | 12.73 | 2.89 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $3,900 | 11.52 | 2.95 |
| Brian Anderson | ARZ | $2,500 | 10.95 | 4.38 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Anderson | ARZ | $2,500 | 10.95 | 4.38 |
| Brian Anderson | ARZ | $2,500 | 10.95 | 4.38 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,100 | 8.47 | 4.03 |
| Cory Spangenberg | SD | $2,100 | 8.47 | 4.03 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,000 | 14.55 | 2.91 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,500 | 13.82 | 3.07 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,900 | 13.78 | 2.81 |
| David Dahl | TB | $4,000 | 12.39 | 3.10 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Marisnick | PIT | $2,100 | 11.54 | 5.49 |
| Hunter Pence | SF | $2,300 | 10.11 | 4.39 |
| Joey Rickard | BAL | $2,300 | 9.35 | 4.07 |
| Avisaíl García | MIN | $2,500 | 9.99 | 3.99 |
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.