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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 | Kyle Freeland |
| C/1B | Chris Davis |
| 2B | Ian Kinsler |
| SS | Corey Seager |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Tyler Naquin |
| OF Two | Dwight Smith Jr. |
| OF Three | Yasiel Puig |
| Util | Matt Carpenter |
| Salary | $29,500 |
| Expected Points | 129.27 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Freeland | TB | $9,400 | 44.91 | 4.78 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $10,500 | 39.14 | 3.73 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $9,300 | 38.66 | 4.16 |
| Zach Eflin | HOU | $9,600 | 33.88 | 3.53 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Freeland | TB | $9,400 | 44.91 | 4.78 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $9,300 | 38.66 | 4.16 |
| Caleb Smith | ARZ | $6,900 | 27.34 | 3.96 |
| Michael Pineda | OAK | $8,600 | 33.72 | 3.92 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitch Moreland | BOS | $4,500 | 12.07 | 2.68 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,000 | 12.06 | 3.02 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $3,300 | 11.56 | 3.50 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,400 | 11.10 | 2.52 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Davis | BAL | $500 | 7.16 | 14.31 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,000 | 10.11 | 5.05 |
| Travis d’Arnaud | CIN | $2,000 | 8.82 | 4.41 |
| Steve Pearce | KC | $2,400 | 10.15 | 4.23 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,600 | 11.56 | 3.21 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,500 | 11.28 | 2.51 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $4,200 | 11.25 | 2.68 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,700 | 10.92 | 2.95 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,200 | 9.95 | 4.52 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,200 | 9.76 | 4.43 |
| Max Moroff | LAD | $2,100 | 8.35 | 3.97 |
| Dustin Pedroia | BOS | $2,300 | 9.11 | 3.96 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,400 | 11.73 | 2.66 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,100 | 11.68 | 2.85 |
| Corey Seager | STL | $3,600 | 11.29 | 3.14 |
| Paul DeJong | WSH | $4,100 | 11.05 | 2.70 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erik González | LAA | $2,000 | 8.17 | 4.09 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $2,400 | 9.08 | 3.78 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,100 | 7.58 | 3.61 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,400 | 8.43 | 3.51 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,800 | 13.08 | 2.73 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,400 | 12.88 | 3.79 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,100 | 12.11 | 3.91 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $3,900 | 11.96 | 3.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,100 | 9.06 | 4.31 |
| Brian Anderson | ARZ | $2,200 | 9.07 | 4.12 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,200 | 8.87 | 4.03 |
| Renato Núñez | SEA | $2,600 | 10.25 | 3.94 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,700 | 14.50 | 3.08 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,100 | 13.35 | 2.62 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,900 | 13.11 | 2.67 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,700 | 12.76 | 2.71 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Naquin | LAA | $2,200 | 9.53 | 4.33 |
| Yasiel Puig | STL | $2,600 | 11.05 | 4.25 |
| Keon Broxton | CLE | $2,300 | 9.75 | 4.24 |
| Dwight Smith Jr. | KC | $2,500 | 10.39 | 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.