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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 | Patrick Corbin |
| C/1B | Tyler Austin |
| 2B | Ildemaro Vargas |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Justin Turner |
| OF One | Tim Locastro |
| OF Two | Ryan Braun |
| OF Three | A.J. Pollock |
| Util | Luke Voit |
| Salary | $35,000 |
| Expected Points | 132.05 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Pineda | OAK | $8,900 | 35.53 | 3.99 |
| Domingo Germán | DET | $9,000 | 34.33 | 3.81 |
| Tyson Ross | TOR | $7,600 | 29.08 | 3.83 |
| Clay Buchholz | HOU | $7,500 | 28.46 | 3.79 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Freeland | TB | $6,500 | 26.36 | 4.06 |
| Michael Pineda | OAK | $8,900 | 35.53 | 3.99 |
| Tyson Ross | TOR | $7,600 | 29.08 | 3.83 |
| Domingo Germán | DET | $9,000 | 34.33 | 3.81 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,600 | 12.82 | 2.79 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $4,200 | 12.43 | 2.96 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,400 | 11.72 | 2.66 |
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $2,600 | 11.21 | 4.31 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Austin | DET | $2,200 | 9.52 | 4.33 |
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $2,600 | 11.21 | 4.31 |
| Eric Hosmer | NYY | $2,400 | 10.33 | 4.30 |
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,200 | 9.28 | 4.22 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,900 | 11.64 | 2.98 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,900 | 11.34 | 2.91 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,400 | 10.53 | 3.10 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $3,700 | 10.20 | 2.76 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,300 | 9.31 | 4.05 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,400 | 9.33 | 3.89 |
| Tyler Wade | DET | $2,000 | 7.73 | 3.87 |
| Yangervis Solarte | SD | $2,000 | 7.57 | 3.79 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,400 | 12.57 | 2.86 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $3,900 | 10.94 | 2.81 |
| Corey Seager | STL | $3,900 | 10.89 | 2.79 |
| Gleyber Torres | DET | $3,900 | 10.87 | 2.79 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrelton Simmons | MIL | $2,700 | 9.46 | 3.50 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,200 | 7.11 | 3.23 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,200 | 7.01 | 3.18 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,400 | 7.52 | 3.13 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,600 | 13.39 | 2.91 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,800 | 13.09 | 2.73 |
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $4,200 | 12.32 | 2.93 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,100 | 11.96 | 2.92 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,300 | 8.84 | 3.84 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,600 | 9.82 | 3.78 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $2,500 | 9.10 | 3.64 |
| Ryon Healy | TEX | $2,600 | 8.71 | 3.35 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,000 | 14.53 | 2.91 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,200 | 13.64 | 2.62 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,600 | 13.41 | 2.91 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,100 | 13.30 | 2.61 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Locastro | STL | $2,100 | 9.13 | 4.35 |
| Matt Kemp | STL | $2,300 | 8.89 | 3.87 |
| Nicholas Castellanos | CHW | $2,700 | 10.31 | 3.82 |
| Roman Quinn | HOU | $2,800 | 10.32 | 3.69 |
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.