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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 | Cole Hamels |
| C/1B | Tyler White |
| 2B | Brian Dozier |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Zack Cozart |
| OF One | Keon Broxton |
| OF Two | Mark Canha |
| OF Three | Manuel Margot |
| Util | José Ramírez |
| Salary | $29,100 |
| Expected Points | 122.63 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $10,500 | 40.88 | 3.89 |
| Cole Hamels | TOR | $7,900 | 38.07 | 4.82 |
| J.A. Happ | KC | $9,400 | 37.04 | 3.94 |
| Jake Arrieta | ATL | $8,800 | 30.35 | 3.45 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cole Hamels | TOR | $7,900 | 38.07 | 4.82 |
| Luke Weaver | WSH | $6,100 | 27.01 | 4.43 |
| Drew Pomeranz | BOS | $6,500 | 26.44 | 4.07 |
| Tyler Skaggs | MIL | $7,200 | 29.17 | 4.05 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,500 | 12.22 | 2.72 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $4,100 | 12.05 | 2.94 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $5,000 | 11.93 | 2.39 |
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $3,200 | 11.76 | 3.67 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,200 | 9.93 | 4.51 |
| Austin Hedges | SD | $2,200 | 9.50 | 4.32 |
| Neil Walker | CLE | $2,400 | 9.76 | 4.07 |
| Justin Smoak | KC | $2,900 | 11.67 | 4.02 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,300 | 11.99 | 2.79 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,600 | 11.09 | 3.08 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,500 | 10.87 | 2.42 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $3,800 | 10.84 | 2.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Bote | ATL | $2,100 | 9.45 | 4.50 |
| Alen Hanson | MIN | $2,100 | 9.18 | 4.37 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,000 | 8.68 | 4.34 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,100 | 8.90 | 4.24 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,500 | 13.13 | 2.92 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $3,900 | 11.91 | 3.05 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,900 | 11.26 | 2.89 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $3,400 | 10.88 | 3.20 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,300 | 8.36 | 3.64 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,700 | 9.72 | 3.60 |
| Andrelton Simmons | MIL | $2,800 | 9.83 | 3.51 |
| Corey Seager | STL | $3,200 | 10.76 | 3.36 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,200 | 12.69 | 3.02 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,400 | 12.48 | 3.67 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,100 | 12.43 | 3.03 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,200 | 12.29 | 2.93 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $2,000 | 9.38 | 4.69 |
| Richard Ureña | KC | $2,000 | 8.61 | 4.31 |
| Brian Anderson | ARZ | $2,100 | 9.01 | 4.29 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,400 | 12.48 | 3.67 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,900 | 13.76 | 2.81 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,800 | 13.36 | 2.78 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $4,600 | 13.15 | 2.86 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,800 | 12.62 | 2.63 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keon Broxton | CLE | $2,100 | 9.90 | 4.71 |
| Manuel Margot | SD | $2,400 | 10.16 | 4.23 |
| Jackie Bradley Jr. | BOS | $2,200 | 9.27 | 4.22 |
| Dwight Smith Jr. | KC | $2,200 | 9.19 | 4.18 |
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.