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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 | Steven Matz |
| C/1B | Chris Davis |
| 2B | Jonathan Villar |
| SS | Francisco Lindor |
| 3B | Matt Carpenter |
| OF One | Willie Calhoun |
| OF Two | Michael A. Taylor |
| OF Three | Joc Pederson |
| Util | Paul Goldschmidt |
| Salary | $31,500 |
| Expected Points | 131.27 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walker Buehler | STL | $10,200 | 38.18 | 3.74 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $8,600 | 36.03 | 4.19 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,800 | 35.95 | 3.33 |
| Steven Matz | CIN | $7,900 | 35.90 | 4.54 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Matz | CIN | $7,900 | 35.90 | 4.54 |
| Wade LeBlanc | LAD | $6,200 | 27.13 | 4.38 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $8,600 | 36.03 | 4.19 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $10,200 | 38.18 | 3.74 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,300 | 12.08 | 2.81 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $3,900 | 12.00 | 3.08 |
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $3,400 | 11.84 | 3.48 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $4,100 | 11.38 | 2.78 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,200 | 9.66 | 4.39 |
| Max Stassi | PIT | $2,000 | 8.76 | 4.38 |
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,200 | 9.63 | 4.38 |
| Nick Hundley | SF | $2,000 | 8.43 | 4.22 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,100 | 12.89 | 4.16 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,900 | 11.96 | 4.12 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,700 | 11.49 | 3.11 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $2,900 | 10.97 | 3.78 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,200 | 9.36 | 4.26 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,400 | 10.17 | 4.24 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,100 | 12.89 | 4.16 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,900 | 11.96 | 4.12 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,700 | 12.87 | 3.48 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,200 | 12.37 | 2.95 |
| Paul DeJong | WSH | $3,900 | 12.09 | 3.10 |
| Corey Seager | STL | $3,100 | 11.87 | 3.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corey Seager | STL | $3,100 | 11.87 | 3.83 |
| J.P. Crawford | HOU | $2,300 | 8.15 | 3.54 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,700 | 12.87 | 3.48 |
| Danny Santana | NYM | $3,200 | 11.12 | 3.47 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,300 | 13.50 | 3.14 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,400 | 12.56 | 3.69 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,000 | 12.29 | 3.07 |
| Asdrúbal Cabrera | CIN | $3,000 | 11.57 | 3.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Frazier | DET | $2,200 | 8.75 | 3.98 |
| Asdrúbal Cabrera | CIN | $3,000 | 11.57 | 3.86 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,500 | 9.31 | 3.72 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,400 | 12.56 | 3.69 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $4,300 | 15.47 | 3.60 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,600 | 15.41 | 3.35 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,700 | 15.10 | 3.21 |
| George Springer | PIT | $4,500 | 14.29 | 3.18 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willie Calhoun | TOR | $2,100 | 11.62 | 5.53 |
| Michael A. Taylor | CHC | $2,000 | 8.57 | 4.29 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $3,300 | 14.08 | 4.27 |
| Billy McKinney | DET | $2,300 | 9.79 | 4.25 |
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.