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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 | Wade LeBlanc |
| C/1B | Luke Voit |
| 2B | José Rondón |
| SS | Andrelton Simmons |
| 3B | David Freese |
| OF One | Sócrates Brito |
| OF Two | Scott Schebler |
| OF Three | Jesse Winker |
| Util | Rougned Odor |
| Salary | $28,900 |
| Expected Points | 113.04 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Scherzer | CHC | $11,900 | 45.81 | 3.85 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $10,800 | 40.70 | 3.77 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $9,000 | 34.06 | 3.78 |
| Domingo Germán | DET | $8,300 | 33.58 | 4.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wade LeBlanc | LAD | $6,200 | 28.67 | 4.62 |
| Tyson Ross | TOR | $5,800 | 26.56 | 4.58 |
| Chris Stratton | SF | $6,000 | 25.91 | 4.32 |
| Domingo Germán | DET | $8,300 | 33.58 | 4.05 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Voit | WSH | $4,800 | 12.24 | 2.55 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,700 | 11.66 | 2.48 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,500 | 11.50 | 2.56 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,500 | 11.26 | 2.50 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yadier Molina | WSH | $2,200 | 9.30 | 4.23 |
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,100 | 8.88 | 4.23 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $2,000 | 8.39 | 4.20 |
| Cam Gallagher | NYY | $2,000 | 8.33 | 4.17 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,100 | 11.97 | 3.86 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $4,200 | 11.73 | 2.79 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,400 | 11.60 | 2.64 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,900 | 11.38 | 2.92 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Rondón | SD | $2,200 | 10.30 | 4.68 |
| Howie Kendrick | CHC | $2,200 | 9.31 | 4.23 |
| Tommy La Stella | ATL | $2,200 | 9.15 | 4.16 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $2,300 | 9.46 | 4.11 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,300 | 13.51 | 3.14 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,100 | 12.02 | 2.93 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,300 | 11.82 | 2.75 |
| Corey Seager | STL | $3,900 | 11.81 | 3.03 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aledmys Díaz | KC | $2,000 | 8.59 | 4.30 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,000 | 8.14 | 4.07 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,100 | 8.46 | 4.03 |
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $2,100 | 8.05 | 3.83 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,300 | 13.67 | 3.18 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,800 | 13.05 | 3.43 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $4,500 | 12.64 | 2.81 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,300 | 12.21 | 2.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,300 | 10.17 | 4.42 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,000 | 8.82 | 4.41 |
| Chad Pinder | SEA | $2,100 | 8.19 | 3.90 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $2,800 | 10.88 | 3.89 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,000 | 15.76 | 3.15 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,100 | 13.45 | 2.64 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,600 | 13.29 | 2.89 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $4,300 | 13.26 | 3.08 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Schebler | PHI | $2,200 | 9.74 | 4.43 |
| Tyler Naquin | LAA | $2,000 | 8.84 | 4.42 |
| Clint Frazier | DET | $2,000 | 8.52 | 4.26 |
| Gerardo Parra | TB | $2,000 | 8.31 | 4.15 |
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.