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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 | CC Sabathia |
| C/1B | Jesús Aguilar |
| 2B | Kiké Hernández |
| SS | Francisco Lindor |
| 3B | Travis Shaw |
| OF One | Phillip Ervin |
| OF Two | Starling Marte |
| OF Three | Gregory Polanco |
| Util | José Ramírez |
| Salary | $30,200 |
| Expected Points | 116.63 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $11,400 | 43.94 | 3.85 |
| Gerrit Cole | LAD | $10,300 | 36.44 | 3.54 |
| Luis Castillo | PHI | $10,000 | 35.96 | 3.60 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $9,400 | 33.86 | 3.60 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CC Sabathia | DET | $6,800 | 29.10 | 4.28 |
| Jason Vargas | NYY | $5,500 | 22.98 | 4.18 |
| Rick Porcello | BOS | $6,700 | 27.24 | 4.07 |
| Vince Velasquez | HOU | $8,200 | 32.36 | 3.95 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Voit | WSH | $4,400 | 11.96 | 2.72 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 11.76 | 2.87 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,600 | 11.69 | 2.54 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,800 | 11.59 | 4.14 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $2,300 | 9.94 | 4.32 |
| Francisco Cervelli | LAD | $2,100 | 8.97 | 4.27 |
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,200 | 9.28 | 4.22 |
| Curt Casali | MIL | $2,100 | 8.81 | 4.20 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,900 | 11.75 | 3.01 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $3,300 | 11.09 | 3.36 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,700 | 10.92 | 4.04 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $4,200 | 10.68 | 2.54 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,500 | 10.36 | 4.14 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,700 | 10.92 | 4.04 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $2,700 | 10.61 | 3.93 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,200 | 8.25 | 3.75 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,600 | 12.77 | 2.78 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,600 | 11.95 | 2.60 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,600 | 11.63 | 3.23 |
| Paul DeJong | WSH | $4,000 | 10.98 | 2.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,400 | 9.51 | 3.96 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,000 | 7.74 | 3.87 |
| Thairo Estrada | DET | $2,200 | 8.23 | 3.74 |
| Wilmer Difo | CHC | $2,300 | 8.59 | 3.73 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,700 | 12.51 | 3.38 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,200 | 12.15 | 2.89 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,700 | 11.80 | 3.19 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $3,600 | 11.55 | 3.21 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,400 | 10.02 | 4.18 |
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,400 | 9.62 | 4.01 |
| David Freese | LAD | $2,500 | 9.15 | 3.66 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,700 | 12.51 | 3.38 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,200 | 15.45 | 2.97 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,400 | 13.16 | 2.99 |
| George Springer | PIT | $4,300 | 12.94 | 3.01 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,800 | 12.61 | 2.63 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillip Ervin | PHI | $2,100 | 9.35 | 4.45 |
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $2,100 | 8.74 | 4.16 |
| Jake Marisnick | PIT | $2,000 | 8.27 | 4.14 |
| Nick Williams | HOU | $2,300 | 9.36 | 4.07 |
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.