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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 DraftKings Optimizer.
| P One | Chris Sale |
| P Two | Clayton Kershaw |
| C | Wilson Ramos |
| 1B | Kendrys Morales |
| 2B | Ian Kinsler |
| SS | Marcus Semien |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Khris Davis |
| OF Two | J.D. Martinez |
| OF Three | Stephen Piscotty |
| Salary | $50,000 |
| Expected Points | 113.72 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Sale | BOS | $9,900 | 25.62 | 2.59 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $10,100 | 22.04 | 2.18 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $10,300 | 21.24 | 2.06 |
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $10,800 | 19.30 | 1.79 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Sale | BOS | $9,900 | 25.62 | 2.59 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $10,100 | 22.04 | 2.18 |
| Kyle Gibson | OAK | $6,700 | 14.06 | 2.10 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $10,300 | 21.24 | 2.06 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,300 | 8.26 | 1.92 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $5,000 | 8.08 | 1.62 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $4,700 | 8.05 | 1.71 |
| Willson Contreras | ATL | $8,800 | 7.81 | 0.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martín Maldonado | MIL | $2,500 | 5.52 | 2.21 |
| Francisco Cervelli | LAD | $3,000 | 6.45 | 2.15 |
| Luke Maile | KC | $2,900 | 5.94 | 2.05 |
| Welington Castillo | MIN | $3,200 | 6.54 | 2.04 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,800 | 9.50 | 1.64 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $9,200 | 9.00 | 0.98 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $5,000 | 8.90 | 1.78 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $5,200 | 8.81 | 1.69 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,900 | 7.26 | 2.50 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,900 | 6.97 | 2.40 |
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $3,800 | 8.29 | 2.18 |
| Mark Reynolds | TB | $3,900 | 8.21 | 2.11 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $5,000 | 9.08 | 1.82 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $4,300 | 8.51 | 1.98 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,800 | 8.31 | 2.19 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $4,900 | 8.29 | 1.69 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,600 | 6.47 | 2.49 |
| Jurickson Profar | TOR | $3,300 | 8.00 | 2.42 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,800 | 8.31 | 2.19 |
| Joe Panik | SF | $3,300 | 7.09 | 2.15 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $5,600 | 10.22 | 1.83 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $10,400 | 9.55 | 0.92 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,800 | 8.96 | 1.87 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $4,000 | 8.77 | 2.19 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,700 | 5.99 | 2.22 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $4,000 | 8.77 | 2.19 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $4,100 | 8.17 | 1.99 |
| Corey Seager | STL | $3,800 | 7.19 | 1.89 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,500 | 9.97 | 1.81 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,300 | 9.14 | 2.13 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $4,500 | 9.14 | 2.03 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $5,500 | 8.79 | 1.60 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,300 | 9.14 | 2.13 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $3,600 | 7.47 | 2.08 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $3,600 | 7.35 | 2.04 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $4,500 | 9.14 | 2.03 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,100 | 9.93 | 1.95 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $4,200 | 9.47 | 2.26 |
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $5,500 | 9.38 | 1.71 |
| Shin-soo Choo | TOR | $4,900 | 9.14 | 1.87 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khris Davis | SEA | $4,200 | 9.47 | 2.26 |
| Stephen Piscotty | SEA | $3,900 | 8.54 | 2.19 |
| Yasiel Puig | STL | $4,000 | 8.49 | 2.12 |
| Ian Desmond | TB | $3,800 | 8.07 | 2.12 |
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.