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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 | Robbie Ray |
| C/1B | Matt Adams |
| 2B | Ildemaro Vargas |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Justin Turner |
| OF One | Curtis Granderson |
| OF Two | Kyle Schwarber |
| OF Three | Raimel Tapia |
| Util | Anthony Rizzo |
| Salary | $33,600 |
| Expected Points | 129.73 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Hendricks | ATL | $10,000 | 40.11 | 4.01 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $10,800 | 38.22 | 3.54 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $9,900 | 36.55 | 3.69 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $10,100 | 34.64 | 3.43 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Hendricks | ATL | $10,000 | 40.11 | 4.01 |
| Drew Smyly | ATL | $5,600 | 21.93 | 3.92 |
| Wade LeBlanc | LAD | $5,800 | 22.57 | 3.89 |
| Anthony DeSclafani | PHI | $6,800 | 25.45 | 3.74 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,400 | 12.93 | 2.94 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,000 | 11.72 | 2.93 |
| Daniel Vogelbach | TEX | $3,800 | 11.59 | 3.05 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,300 | 11.39 | 2.65 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,300 | 10.04 | 4.37 |
| Tyler Austin | DET | $2,500 | 10.55 | 4.22 |
| Welington Castillo | MIN | $2,200 | 9.10 | 4.14 |
| Steve Pearce | KC | $2,300 | 9.46 | 4.11 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,600 | 12.37 | 3.44 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $2,900 | 9.69 | 3.34 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $2,700 | 9.64 | 3.57 |
| Jurickson Profar | TOR | $3,200 | 9.37 | 2.93 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,000 | 7.94 | 3.97 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $2,300 | 8.81 | 3.83 |
| Josh Harrison | LAD | $2,200 | 8.06 | 3.66 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $2,700 | 9.64 | 3.57 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,600 | 14.69 | 3.19 |
| Jorge Polanco | OAK | $4,300 | 12.16 | 2.83 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,200 | 12.12 | 2.89 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,100 | 11.96 | 2.92 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $2,000 | 7.97 | 3.99 |
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,400 | 9.53 | 3.97 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $2,100 | 7.92 | 3.77 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,800 | 10.53 | 3.76 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,700 | 14.82 | 3.15 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,300 | 12.15 | 2.82 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $3,700 | 11.81 | 3.19 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,400 | 11.65 | 2.65 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Frazier | DET | $2,500 | 9.85 | 3.94 |
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,300 | 8.82 | 3.83 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $2,800 | 10.68 | 3.81 |
| David Freese | LAD | $2,400 | 9.15 | 3.81 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 15.65 | 3.26 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,600 | 14.86 | 3.23 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,700 | 13.20 | 2.81 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,500 | 13.13 | 2.92 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Granderson | STL | $2,400 | 10.13 | 4.22 |
| Garrett Cooper | ARZ | $2,300 | 9.38 | 4.08 |
| Chad Pinder | SEA | $2,600 | 10.55 | 4.06 |
| Tim Locastro | STL | $2,000 | 7.96 | 3.98 |
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.