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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 | Carlos Carrasco |
| P Two | Patrick Corbin |
| C | Francisco Cervelli |
| 1B | Joey Votto |
| 2B | Chris Owings |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Zack Cozart |
| OF One | Andrew Benintendi |
| OF Two | Mike Trout |
| OF Three | Kyle Schwarber |
| Salary | $49,800 |
| Expected Points | 110.7 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyun-Jin Ryu | STL | $11,200 | 21.51 | 1.92 |
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $10,400 | 20.52 | 1.97 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,800 | 18.58 | 1.90 |
| Yu Darvish | STL | $9,300 | 17.38 | 1.87 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Skaggs | MIL | $7,300 | 16.29 | 2.23 |
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $10,400 | 20.52 | 1.97 |
| Hyun-Jin Ryu | STL | $11,200 | 21.51 | 1.92 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $9,800 | 18.58 | 1.90 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $5,500 | 9.47 | 1.72 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,600 | 8.47 | 1.84 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $4,900 | 8.21 | 1.68 |
| Omar Narváez | MIN | $4,400 | 7.46 | 1.70 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Cervelli | LAD | $2,100 | 6.08 | 2.89 |
| Grayson Greiner | CHW | $2,300 | 6.20 | 2.69 |
| Austin Hedges | SD | $2,900 | 6.51 | 2.24 |
| Martín Maldonado | MIL | $2,300 | 5.14 | 2.23 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $5,200 | 10.10 | 1.94 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,900 | 9.71 | 1.65 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $4,800 | 9.63 | 2.01 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,000 | 9.23 | 1.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Votto | PHI | $3,300 | 7.85 | 2.38 |
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,900 | 6.68 | 2.30 |
| Yuli Gurriel | PIT | $3,300 | 7.57 | 2.29 |
| Garrett Cooper | ARZ | $3,200 | 7.29 | 2.28 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $4,900 | 9.26 | 1.89 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,800 | 9.20 | 1.92 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $4,700 | 8.96 | 1.91 |
| Jonathan Schoop | BAL | $4,700 | 8.89 | 1.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $3,100 | 8.16 | 2.63 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,600 | 6.46 | 2.48 |
| Josh Harrison | LAD | $2,800 | 6.85 | 2.44 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $3,000 | 7.18 | 2.39 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $5,400 | 11.97 | 2.22 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,900 | 9.45 | 1.93 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $5,100 | 8.79 | 1.72 |
| Jorge Polanco | OAK | $5,300 | 8.76 | 1.65 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $5,400 | 11.97 | 2.22 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $4,000 | 8.42 | 2.11 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $4,000 | 8.41 | 2.10 |
| J.P. Crawford | HOU | $3,000 | 6.06 | 2.02 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,600 | 10.55 | 1.88 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,800 | 10.45 | 1.80 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $5,300 | 10.12 | 1.91 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $4,300 | 8.81 | 2.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zack Cozart | MIL | $2,000 | 5.19 | 2.60 |
| Brian Anderson | ARZ | $3,200 | 7.15 | 2.23 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,700 | 8.06 | 2.18 |
| Dawel Lugo | CHW | $3,200 | 6.88 | 2.15 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,900 | 11.68 | 1.98 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 10.44 | 2.18 |
| Austin Meadows | LAD | $5,400 | 9.61 | 1.78 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,900 | 9.57 | 1.95 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Schwarber | ATL | $4,000 | 9.44 | 2.36 |
| Aaron Altherr | HOU | $2,900 | 6.65 | 2.29 |
| Melky Cabrera | NYY | $3,200 | 7.17 | 2.24 |
| Jackie Bradley Jr. | BOS | $3,100 | 6.95 | 2.24 |
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.