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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 | Matt Adams |
| 2B | Mike Moustakas |
| SS | Marcus Semien |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Matt Kemp |
| OF Two | Jordan Luplow |
| OF Three | Kevin Pillar |
| Util | Rhys Hoskins |
| Salary | $34,800 |
| Expected Points | 142.9 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $12,000 | 55.25 | 4.60 |
| Noah Syndergaard | CIN | $10,100 | 35.13 | 3.48 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $9,800 | 34.75 | 3.55 |
| Tyler Glasnow | LAD | $9,400 | 34.60 | 3.68 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $12,000 | 55.25 | 4.60 |
| Lance Lynn | WSH | $6,800 | 27.94 | 4.11 |
| Tyler Mahle | PHI | $7,600 | 30.33 | 3.99 |
| Frankie Montas | SEA | $8,300 | 32.06 | 3.86 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,900 | 12.65 | 2.58 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,200 | 11.49 | 2.74 |
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $4,100 | 11.27 | 2.75 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $3,500 | 11.13 | 3.18 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,000 | 10.31 | 5.16 |
| Neil Walker | CLE | $2,100 | 10.00 | 4.76 |
| Tyler Austin | DET | $2,300 | 9.84 | 4.28 |
| Roberto Pérez | LAA | $2,000 | 8.42 | 4.21 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,300 | 12.30 | 2.86 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,900 | 11.15 | 2.86 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $3,100 | 10.78 | 3.48 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,900 | 10.69 | 2.74 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,300 | 10.21 | 4.44 |
| Jurickson Profar | TOR | $2,300 | 10.05 | 4.37 |
| Logan Forsythe | STL | $2,400 | 8.85 | 3.69 |
| Erik González | LAA | $2,100 | 7.66 | 3.65 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,400 | 12.20 | 2.77 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,100 | 10.91 | 3.52 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $3,300 | 10.35 | 3.14 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $3,700 | 10.13 | 2.74 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrelton Simmons | MIL | $2,500 | 9.72 | 3.89 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,200 | 8.17 | 3.71 |
| Aledmys Díaz | KC | $2,300 | 8.42 | 3.66 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,100 | 10.91 | 3.52 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,700 | 12.88 | 3.48 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,700 | 12.07 | 2.57 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,600 | 11.62 | 3.23 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $3,400 | 11.27 | 3.31 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Moroff | LAD | $2,000 | 9.17 | 4.59 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,100 | 8.65 | 4.12 |
| Chad Pinder | SEA | $2,500 | 9.85 | 3.94 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $2,700 | 10.55 | 3.91 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,000 | 13.91 | 2.78 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,700 | 13.15 | 2.80 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $4,000 | 12.63 | 3.16 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,600 | 12.31 | 2.68 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Kemp | STL | $2,000 | 10.33 | 5.16 |
| Jordan Luplow | LAD | $2,000 | 9.94 | 4.97 |
| Kevin Pillar | KC | $2,000 | 9.85 | 4.92 |
| Tim Locastro | STL | $2,000 | 8.96 | 4.48 |
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.