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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 | Brad Keller |
| C/1B | Matt Adams |
| 2B | Kiké Hernández |
| SS | Javier Báez |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Mark Canha |
| OF Two | Mike Tauchman |
| OF Three | Randal Grichuk |
| Util | Rhys Hoskins |
| Salary | $33,300 |
| Expected Points | 127.44 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Keller | NYY | $8,500 | 38.18 | 4.49 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $9,300 | 37.43 | 4.02 |
| Cole Hamels | TOR | $9,000 | 35.95 | 3.99 |
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $9,600 | 34.76 | 3.62 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Keller | NYY | $8,500 | 38.18 | 4.49 |
| Trevor Williams | LAD | $7,900 | 33.85 | 4.28 |
| Lucas Giolito | MIN | $6,900 | 28.56 | 4.14 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $9,300 | 37.43 | 4.02 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,200 | 12.35 | 2.94 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $4,200 | 11.77 | 2.80 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,100 | 11.73 | 2.86 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $3,900 | 11.58 | 2.97 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,200 | 10.11 | 4.60 |
| Steve Pearce | KC | $2,400 | 10.62 | 4.43 |
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $2,700 | 11.31 | 4.19 |
| Rowdy Tellez | KC | $2,600 | 10.66 | 4.10 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,800 | 11.42 | 2.38 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,900 | 11.11 | 2.85 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $3,600 | 11.05 | 3.07 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $4,200 | 11.05 | 2.63 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dustin Pedroia | BOS | $2,100 | 9.14 | 4.35 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $2,200 | 9.07 | 4.12 |
| Josh Harrison | LAD | $2,400 | 9.16 | 3.82 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $3,000 | 11.04 | 3.68 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,200 | 12.81 | 3.05 |
| Jorge Polanco | OAK | $4,200 | 11.26 | 2.68 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,900 | 10.71 | 2.75 |
| Paul DeJong | WSH | $4,100 | 10.63 | 2.59 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,200 | 8.42 | 3.83 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,300 | 8.47 | 3.68 |
| Andrelton Simmons | MIL | $2,800 | 9.65 | 3.45 |
| Erik González | LAA | $2,300 | 7.68 | 3.34 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,600 | 13.05 | 3.63 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,700 | 12.89 | 2.74 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,400 | 12.19 | 3.58 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $3,800 | 11.65 | 3.06 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,200 | 9.48 | 4.31 |
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $2,100 | 8.09 | 3.85 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,800 | 10.26 | 3.66 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,600 | 13.05 | 3.63 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,100 | 15.45 | 3.03 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,000 | 14.86 | 2.97 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,200 | 14.64 | 2.81 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $4,500 | 14.12 | 3.14 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Canha | SEA | $2,200 | 9.96 | 4.53 |
| Mike Tauchman | TB | $2,000 | 8.73 | 4.37 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $2,300 | 9.40 | 4.08 |
| Josh Reddick | PIT | $2,200 | 8.90 | 4.04 |
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.