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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 | Stephen Strasburg |
| C/1B | Tyler Austin |
| 2B | Rougned Odor |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Johan Camargo |
| OF Two | Carlos González |
| OF Three | Scott Schebler |
| Util | Rhys Hoskins |
| Salary | $34,500 |
| Expected Points | 133.6 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $11,200 | 43.61 | 3.89 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $10,100 | 41.85 | 4.14 |
| David Price | BOS | $9,500 | 39.16 | 4.12 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $10,900 | 38.18 | 3.50 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Berríos | OAK | $10,100 | 41.85 | 4.14 |
| David Price | BOS | $9,500 | 39.16 | 4.12 |
| Yu Darvish | STL | $7,800 | 30.51 | 3.91 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $11,200 | 43.61 | 3.89 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,300 | 12.98 | 3.02 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $3,300 | 11.57 | 3.51 |
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $3,200 | 11.20 | 3.50 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 11.17 | 2.73 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Austin | DET | $2,000 | 10.84 | 5.42 |
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $2,600 | 11.01 | 4.23 |
| Steve Pearce | KC | $2,000 | 8.28 | 4.14 |
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,300 | 9.35 | 4.07 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,000 | 11.77 | 2.94 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,500 | 10.90 | 3.11 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,600 | 10.54 | 4.06 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,900 | 10.45 | 2.68 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,600 | 10.54 | 4.06 |
| Yangervis Solarte | SD | $2,000 | 7.82 | 3.91 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,200 | 8.51 | 3.87 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $2,400 | 9.11 | 3.80 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,600 | 12.57 | 2.73 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,200 | 12.05 | 2.87 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $3,500 | 11.30 | 3.23 |
| Jorge Polanco | OAK | $4,300 | 10.97 | 2.55 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thairo Estrada | DET | $2,000 | 7.15 | 3.58 |
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $2,100 | 7.30 | 3.47 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $2,300 | 7.65 | 3.33 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $3,500 | 11.30 | 3.23 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,600 | 14.12 | 3.92 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,400 | 11.82 | 3.48 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,100 | 11.37 | 2.77 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $3,800 | 10.85 | 2.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,400 | 9.67 | 4.03 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,600 | 14.12 | 3.92 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,300 | 8.93 | 3.88 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,200 | 8.27 | 3.76 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,000 | 15.63 | 3.13 |
| Eddie Rosario | OAK | $4,400 | 13.38 | 3.04 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,900 | 13.21 | 2.70 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,000 | 12.60 | 2.52 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johan Camargo | NYM | $2,200 | 9.98 | 4.53 |
| Carlos González | TB | $2,300 | 10.19 | 4.43 |
| Scott Schebler | PHI | $2,100 | 9.29 | 4.42 |
| Hunter Renfroe | SD | $2,300 | 10.10 | 4.39 |
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.