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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 | Justin Verlander |
| C/1B | Luke Voit |
| 2B | Adam Frazier |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Travis Shaw |
| OF One | Phillip Ervin |
| OF Two | Yasiel Puig |
| OF Three | Curtis Granderson |
| Util | Matt Carpenter |
| Salary | $34,300 |
| Expected Points | 131.11 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,000 | 41.93 | 3.81 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $8,900 | 35.00 | 3.93 |
| Cole Hamels | TOR | $9,200 | 34.44 | 3.74 |
| CC Sabathia | DET | $7,600 | 31.63 | 4.16 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vince Velasquez | HOU | $7,500 | 31.62 | 4.22 |
| CC Sabathia | DET | $7,600 | 31.63 | 4.16 |
| Jason Vargas | NYY | $5,500 | 22.29 | 4.05 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $8,900 | 35.00 | 3.93 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Voit | WSH | $3,800 | 12.39 | 3.26 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,300 | 12.29 | 2.86 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $3,300 | 11.69 | 3.54 |
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,000 | 11.42 | 3.81 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neil Walker | CLE | $2,100 | 9.30 | 4.43 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,500 | 11.06 | 4.42 |
| Blake Swihart | BOS | $2,000 | 8.27 | 4.14 |
| Caleb Joseph | BAL | $2,000 | 7.99 | 4.00 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,700 | 12.19 | 3.29 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,300 | 11.57 | 2.69 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $3,400 | 10.94 | 3.22 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,600 | 10.83 | 3.01 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Rondón | SD | $2,300 | 9.49 | 4.12 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,100 | 8.52 | 4.06 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,100 | 8.09 | 3.85 |
| Alen Hanson | MIN | $2,200 | 8.15 | 3.70 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,400 | 13.72 | 3.12 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,100 | 11.89 | 2.90 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,400 | 11.78 | 2.68 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $4,400 | 11.31 | 2.57 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Ureña | KC | $2,000 | 7.57 | 3.79 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,100 | 7.94 | 3.78 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,200 | 7.89 | 3.58 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $2,000 | 7.07 | 3.53 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,700 | 13.10 | 2.79 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,100 | 12.08 | 3.90 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,200 | 12.02 | 3.76 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,700 | 11.69 | 3.16 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,400 | 10.75 | 4.48 |
| David Freese | LAD | $2,400 | 9.74 | 4.06 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,300 | 9.25 | 4.02 |
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,100 | 8.43 | 4.01 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,900 | 15.29 | 3.12 |
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $4,300 | 14.14 | 3.29 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,200 | 13.24 | 3.15 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $4,000 | 12.95 | 3.24 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillip Ervin | PHI | $2,000 | 9.16 | 4.58 |
| Yasiel Puig | STL | $2,300 | 10.43 | 4.53 |
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,300 | 10.20 | 4.43 |
| Jackie Bradley Jr. | BOS | $2,100 | 9.05 | 4.31 |
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.