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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 | Drew Smyly |
| C/1B | Paul Goldschmidt |
| 2B | Daniel Descalso |
| SS | Jean Segura |
| 3B | Rafael Devers |
| OF One | Hernán Pérez |
| OF Two | Jake Cave |
| OF Three | Jordan Luplow |
| Util | Jesús Aguilar |
| Salary | $29,500 |
| Expected Points | 117.7 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $10,000 | 42.69 | 4.27 |
| Jake Arrieta | ATL | $7,900 | 34.54 | 4.37 |
| Michael Wacha | WSH | $8,200 | 34.35 | 4.19 |
| Trevor Williams | LAD | $8,100 | 33.67 | 4.16 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drew Smyly | ATL | $5,900 | 30.05 | 5.09 |
| Tanner Roark | CHC | $6,900 | 30.90 | 4.48 |
| Tyler Skaggs | MIL | $7,300 | 32.01 | 4.38 |
| Jake Arrieta | ATL | $7,900 | 34.54 | 4.37 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $3,700 | 12.23 | 3.30 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,000 | 12.08 | 3.02 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,700 | 12.04 | 2.56 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,700 | 11.73 | 2.50 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $2,000 | 9.06 | 4.53 |
| Roberto Pérez | LAA | $2,100 | 8.65 | 4.12 |
| Victor Caratini | ATL | $2,000 | 8.16 | 4.08 |
| Brian McCann | PIT | $2,300 | 9.32 | 4.05 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $4,100 | 12.70 | 3.10 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,500 | 12.04 | 2.68 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,800 | 11.64 | 3.06 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,400 | 11.26 | 3.31 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,100 | 9.39 | 4.47 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,000 | 8.93 | 4.46 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $2,300 | 8.49 | 3.69 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,500 | 9.08 | 3.63 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,200 | 12.51 | 2.98 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,600 | 11.79 | 2.56 |
| Jorge Polanco | OAK | $3,900 | 11.52 | 2.95 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $3,600 | 11.52 | 3.20 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,000 | 8.06 | 4.03 |
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $2,100 | 8.46 | 4.03 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,200 | 8.79 | 4.00 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $2,300 | 9.18 | 3.99 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,500 | 12.01 | 2.67 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $4,400 | 11.97 | 2.72 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,500 | 11.95 | 2.66 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $4,000 | 11.85 | 2.96 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Moroff | LAD | $2,000 | 8.57 | 4.29 |
| Renato Núñez | SEA | $2,400 | 9.89 | 4.12 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $2,600 | 10.27 | 3.95 |
| Chad Pinder | SEA | $2,400 | 9.07 | 3.78 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,000 | 14.30 | 2.86 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,000 | 14.22 | 2.84 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,900 | 13.87 | 2.83 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,900 | 13.77 | 2.81 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,000 | 10.45 | 5.22 |
| Jake Cave | DET | $2,000 | 10.05 | 5.03 |
| Jordan Luplow | LAD | $2,000 | 9.34 | 4.67 |
| Matt Kemp | STL | $2,000 | 9.03 | 4.51 |
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.