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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 | German Márquez |
| C/1B | Chris Davis |
| 2B | Ildemaro Vargas |
| SS | Elvis Andrus |
| 3B | Matt Carpenter |
| OF One | Tim Locastro |
| OF Two | Randal Grichuk |
| OF Three | Yasiel Puig |
| Util | Paul Goldschmidt |
| Salary | $29,900 |
| Expected Points | 139.11 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $12,200 | 52.11 | 4.27 |
| German Márquez | TB | $9,800 | 51.96 | 5.30 |
| Corey Kluber | LAA | $10,200 | 38.98 | 3.82 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,200 | 38.79 | 4.22 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| German Márquez | TB | $9,800 | 51.96 | 5.30 |
| Vince Velasquez | HOU | $6,500 | 31.66 | 4.87 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $12,200 | 52.11 | 4.27 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,200 | 38.79 | 4.22 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Votto | PHI | $3,600 | 11.73 | 3.26 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $4,300 | 11.62 | 2.70 |
| Steve Pearce | KC | $2,700 | 10.69 | 3.96 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,800 | 10.61 | 2.21 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Davis | BAL | $500 | 7.82 | 15.64 |
| C.J. Cron | MIL | $2,300 | 10.28 | 4.47 |
| Mark Reynolds | TB | $2,300 | 9.44 | 4.10 |
| Christian Vázquez | BOS | $2,000 | 8.19 | 4.10 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,300 | 11.69 | 3.54 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,400 | 11.21 | 2.55 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $3,200 | 11.10 | 3.47 |
| Howie Kendrick | CHC | $2,800 | 10.36 | 3.70 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,200 | 9.36 | 4.25 |
| Dustin Pedroia | BOS | $2,300 | 9.24 | 4.02 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,200 | 8.78 | 3.99 |
| Pat Valaika | TB | $2,100 | 8.07 | 3.84 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $3,600 | 11.81 | 3.28 |
| Paul DeJong | WSH | $3,900 | 11.72 | 3.01 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,700 | 11.66 | 3.15 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $3,700 | 11.58 | 3.13 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,000 | 7.72 | 3.86 |
| Hanser Alberto | TOR | $2,100 | 7.75 | 3.69 |
| Eric Stamets | LAA | $2,000 | 6.87 | 3.44 |
| Erik González | LAA | $2,000 | 6.74 | 3.37 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $3,800 | 13.30 | 3.50 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,100 | 12.78 | 4.12 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,000 | 12.37 | 3.09 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $3,800 | 12.29 | 3.23 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,200 | 9.91 | 4.50 |
| Brian Anderson | ARZ | $2,200 | 9.34 | 4.24 |
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,100 | 8.72 | 4.15 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,100 | 12.78 | 4.12 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,700 | 14.33 | 3.05 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $4,800 | 13.76 | 2.87 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $4,300 | 12.39 | 2.88 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,000 | 12.28 | 2.46 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Locastro | STL | $2,000 | 9.31 | 4.65 |
| Yasiel Puig | STL | $2,600 | 11.79 | 4.53 |
| Joey Rickard | BAL | $2,200 | 9.79 | 4.45 |
| Daniel Palka | MIN | $2,000 | 8.84 | 4.42 |
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.