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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 | Chris Sale |
| C/1B | Anthony Rizzo |
| 2B | Rougned Odor |
| SS | Francisco Lindor |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Jordan Luplow |
| OF Two | Nick Williams |
| OF Three | Derek Dietrich |
| Util | Paul Goldschmidt |
| Salary | $34,000 |
| Expected Points | 131.64 |
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 | 44.40 | 4.48 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $11,300 | 40.00 | 3.54 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $10,300 | 37.63 | 3.65 |
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $9,000 | 34.49 | 3.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Sale | BOS | $9,900 | 44.40 | 4.48 |
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $9,000 | 34.49 | 3.83 |
| Sonny Gray | DET | $8,000 | 30.48 | 3.81 |
| Kevin Gausman | BAL | $8,100 | 30.76 | 3.80 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 11.95 | 2.91 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,600 | 11.88 | 2.58 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $4,400 | 11.69 | 2.66 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,200 | 11.47 | 2.73 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,300 | 9.54 | 4.15 |
| Luke Maile | KC | $2,000 | 7.78 | 3.89 |
| Kyle Farmer | STL | $2,200 | 8.46 | 3.84 |
| Mark Reynolds | TB | $2,800 | 10.71 | 3.83 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,000 | 11.56 | 2.89 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $3,600 | 11.15 | 3.10 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,600 | 10.95 | 4.21 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $4,300 | 10.71 | 2.49 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,600 | 10.95 | 4.21 |
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,200 | 9.13 | 4.15 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,100 | 8.36 | 3.98 |
| José Rondón | SD | $2,400 | 9.21 | 3.84 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,800 | 13.43 | 2.80 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,600 | 12.44 | 2.70 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,600 | 11.77 | 3.27 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,600 | 11.41 | 3.17 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,000 | 8.06 | 4.03 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,000 | 7.85 | 3.93 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,300 | 8.72 | 3.79 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,800 | 10.54 | 3.77 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,900 | 13.31 | 2.72 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,500 | 12.10 | 3.46 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $4,200 | 11.99 | 2.85 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $4,700 | 11.51 | 2.45 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,300 | 9.10 | 3.96 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,200 | 8.10 | 3.68 |
| Evan Longoria | SF | $2,400 | 8.79 | 3.66 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $2,700 | 9.65 | 3.58 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,700 | 13.05 | 2.78 |
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $4,500 | 12.72 | 2.83 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $3,900 | 12.67 | 3.25 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,100 | 12.56 | 2.46 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Luplow | LAD | $2,100 | 9.50 | 4.52 |
| Nick Williams | HOU | $2,100 | 9.29 | 4.42 |
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $2,300 | 9.72 | 4.23 |
| Yasiel Puig | STL | $2,700 | 11.25 | 4.17 |
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.