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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 | Jack Flaherty |
| P Two | Justin Verlander |
| C | Jeff Mathis |
| 1B | Niko Goodrum |
| 2B | Jonathan Villar |
| SS | Marcus Semien |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Yasiel Puig |
| OF Two | Gregory Polanco |
| OF Three | Khris Davis |
| Salary | $48,700 |
| Expected Points | 109.78 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,900 | 23.28 | 1.96 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $9,400 | 21.40 | 2.28 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $10,100 | 18.40 | 1.82 |
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $7,200 | 18.39 | 2.55 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $7,200 | 18.39 | 2.55 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $9,400 | 21.40 | 2.28 |
| José Quintana | ATL | $6,700 | 14.52 | 2.17 |
| José Ureña | ARZ | $5,700 | 11.82 | 2.07 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,900 | 8.84 | 1.80 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $5,600 | 8.30 | 1.48 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $4,000 | 7.81 | 1.95 |
| Matt Wieters | CHC | $3,800 | 7.22 | 1.90 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Jansen | KC | $2,400 | 6.43 | 2.68 |
| Martín Maldonado | MIL | $2,400 | 6.18 | 2.58 |
| Travis d’Arnaud | CIN | $2,300 | 5.58 | 2.42 |
| Grayson Greiner | CHW | $2,300 | 5.01 | 2.18 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $5,300 | 9.61 | 1.81 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $5,000 | 9.46 | 1.89 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,000 | 9.05 | 1.81 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,800 | 9.04 | 1.56 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niko Goodrum | CHW | $3,200 | 8.11 | 2.53 |
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,900 | 7.13 | 2.46 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $3,600 | 8.84 | 2.46 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $3,200 | 7.80 | 2.44 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $4,600 | 9.51 | 2.07 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $5,200 | 9.38 | 1.80 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,800 | 9.34 | 1.94 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,700 | 8.61 | 2.33 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $3,600 | 8.42 | 2.34 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $3,000 | 7.00 | 2.33 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,700 | 8.61 | 2.33 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $3,000 | 6.91 | 2.30 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $5,700 | 10.36 | 1.82 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,200 | 9.87 | 1.90 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,700 | 9.22 | 1.96 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,600 | 8.65 | 2.40 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,600 | 8.65 | 2.40 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $3,200 | 6.87 | 2.15 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $3,900 | 8.16 | 2.09 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $4,000 | 8.24 | 2.06 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,900 | 10.26 | 1.74 |
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $4,800 | 9.45 | 1.97 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,300 | 9.43 | 2.19 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,600 | 9.43 | 1.68 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $4,000 | 8.94 | 2.23 |
| Cheslor Cuthbert | NYY | $3,000 | 6.65 | 2.22 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,300 | 9.43 | 2.19 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $3,300 | 7.18 | 2.18 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,800 | 11.34 | 1.96 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,700 | 11.06 | 1.94 |
| Joey Gallo | TOR | $5,400 | 10.73 | 1.99 |
| Shin-soo Choo | TOR | $5,500 | 10.25 | 1.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Piscotty | SEA | $3,500 | 8.34 | 2.38 |
| Billy Hamilton | PHI | $3,000 | 6.94 | 2.31 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $4,200 | 9.66 | 2.30 |
| Gregory Polanco | LAD | $3,800 | 8.55 | 2.25 |
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.