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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 | Trevor Bauer |
| C/1B | Gary Sánchez |
| 2B | Josh Harrison |
| SS | Marcus Semien |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Mark Canha |
| OF Two | Chad Pinder |
| OF Three | Randal Grichuk |
| Util | Steve Pearce |
| Salary | $34,800 |
| Expected Points | 135.01 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $11,400 | 48.49 | 4.25 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $10,600 | 44.03 | 4.15 |
| Noah Syndergaard | CIN | $10,000 | 36.92 | 3.69 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $9,900 | 36.60 | 3.70 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $11,400 | 48.49 | 4.25 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $10,600 | 44.03 | 4.15 |
| Max Fried | NYM | $5,500 | 21.96 | 3.99 |
| Tyler Mahle | PHI | $7,000 | 27.42 | 3.92 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Voit | WSH | $4,500 | 12.07 | 2.68 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,000 | 11.94 | 2.98 |
| Steve Pearce | KC | $2,800 | 11.41 | 4.07 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,400 | 11.04 | 2.51 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian McCann | PIT | $2,000 | 8.47 | 4.24 |
| Steve Pearce | KC | $2,800 | 11.41 | 4.07 |
| Albert Pujols | MIL | $2,300 | 9.09 | 3.95 |
| Jonathan Lucroy | TB | $2,000 | 7.86 | 3.93 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,500 | 11.47 | 2.55 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $3,300 | 11.00 | 3.33 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,600 | 10.71 | 2.97 |
| Niko Goodrum | CHW | $2,700 | 10.65 | 3.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Harrison | LAD | $2,200 | 9.36 | 4.25 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,100 | 8.54 | 4.06 |
| Niko Goodrum | CHW | $2,700 | 10.65 | 3.94 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,100 | 8.25 | 3.93 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,700 | 12.71 | 2.70 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,200 | 10.35 | 2.46 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,000 | 10.24 | 3.41 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $3,200 | 9.64 | 3.01 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,000 | 7.71 | 3.86 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,000 | 7.24 | 3.62 |
| Andrelton Simmons | MIL | $2,600 | 9.26 | 3.56 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,000 | 10.24 | 3.41 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,300 | 13.78 | 3.20 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,500 | 11.85 | 2.63 |
| Eugenio Suárez | PHI | $3,800 | 10.67 | 2.81 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,200 | 10.49 | 2.50 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $2,200 | 8.64 | 3.93 |
| Renato Núñez | SEA | $2,400 | 9.08 | 3.78 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,100 | 7.65 | 3.64 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $2,600 | 9.39 | 3.61 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,800 | 14.94 | 3.11 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,000 | 14.54 | 2.91 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,900 | 13.56 | 2.77 |
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $4,100 | 11.94 | 2.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Canha | SEA | $2,200 | 9.91 | 4.50 |
| Chad Pinder | SEA | $2,200 | 9.56 | 4.35 |
| Tyler Naquin | LAA | $2,000 | 8.21 | 4.10 |
| Billy McKinney | DET | $2,100 | 8.59 | 4.09 |
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.