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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 Hendricks |
| C/1B | Tyler White |
| 2B | Robinson Canó |
| SS | Corey Seager |
| 3B | Daniel Robertson |
| OF One | José Martínez |
| OF Two | Mallex Smith |
| OF Three | Nicholas Castellanos |
| Util | Paul Goldschmidt |
| Salary | $29,500 |
| Expected Points | 119.12 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $10,800 | 41.71 | 3.86 |
| Kyle Hendricks | ATL | $7,000 | 35.47 | 5.07 |
| German Márquez | TB | $8,500 | 35.45 | 4.17 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $9,500 | 34.92 | 3.68 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Hendricks | ATL | $7,000 | 35.47 | 5.07 |
| Jason Vargas | NYY | $4,000 | 19.05 | 4.76 |
| Jordan Zimmermann | CHW | $6,700 | 28.22 | 4.21 |
| German Márquez | TB | $8,500 | 35.45 | 4.17 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Voit | WSH | $3,900 | 12.07 | 3.10 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,500 | 11.77 | 2.62 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $3,600 | 11.45 | 3.18 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $2,800 | 10.94 | 3.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,100 | 9.99 | 4.76 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,200 | 10.20 | 4.64 |
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $2,500 | 10.74 | 4.30 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $2,300 | 9.32 | 4.05 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,600 | 12.62 | 2.74 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,900 | 11.70 | 3.00 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $3,600 | 10.49 | 2.91 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $2,900 | 9.96 | 3.44 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,200 | 9.00 | 4.09 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,400 | 9.76 | 4.06 |
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,200 | 8.11 | 3.69 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $2,600 | 9.52 | 3.66 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,400 | 12.37 | 2.81 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,500 | 12.11 | 2.69 |
| Paul DeJong | WSH | $4,100 | 11.07 | 2.70 |
| Gleyber Torres | DET | $3,800 | 10.74 | 2.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tzu-Wei Lin | BOS | $2,000 | 8.01 | 4.01 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,200 | 8.21 | 3.73 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,200 | 7.92 | 3.60 |
| Andrelton Simmons | MIL | $2,700 | 9.28 | 3.44 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,600 | 12.71 | 2.76 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,000 | 12.20 | 3.05 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,700 | 12.14 | 2.58 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,400 | 11.41 | 3.36 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $2,000 | 7.86 | 3.93 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,600 | 10.19 | 3.92 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $2,400 | 9.11 | 3.80 |
| Ryon Healy | TEX | $2,500 | 8.83 | 3.53 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,900 | 14.42 | 2.94 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,100 | 13.98 | 2.74 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,800 | 13.51 | 2.82 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,000 | 12.94 | 2.59 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Martínez | WSH | $2,200 | 9.85 | 4.48 |
| Jackie Bradley Jr. | BOS | $2,200 | 9.08 | 4.13 |
| Nicholas Castellanos | CHW | $2,700 | 11.03 | 4.09 |
| Ryan Cordell | MIN | $2,100 | 8.53 | 4.06 |
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.