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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 | Justin Verlander |
| P Two | Zack Wheeler |
| C | Dustin Garneau |
| 1B | Kendrys Morales |
| 2B | Jason Kipnis |
| SS | Trea Turner |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Aaron Hicks |
| OF Two | Delino DeShields |
| OF Three | Khris Davis |
| Salary | $50,000 |
| Expected Points | 115.99 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,200 | 27.06 | 2.42 |
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $10,500 | 23.54 | 2.24 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $9,400 | 19.54 | 2.08 |
| J.A. Happ | KC | $7,800 | 16.62 | 2.13 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $11,200 | 27.06 | 2.42 |
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $10,500 | 23.54 | 2.24 |
| J.A. Happ | KC | $7,800 | 16.62 | 2.13 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $9,400 | 19.54 | 2.08 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $5,500 | 8.90 | 1.62 |
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $8,400 | 8.03 | 0.96 |
| Willson Contreras | ATL | $4,400 | 7.46 | 1.69 |
| Mitch Garver | OAK | $4,900 | 7.41 | 1.51 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Maile | KC | $2,200 | 5.23 | 2.38 |
| Cam Gallagher | NYY | $2,600 | 5.97 | 2.30 |
| Grayson Greiner | CHW | $2,700 | 6.12 | 2.27 |
| Yan Gomes | LAA | $2,800 | 6.07 | 2.17 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Voit | WSH | $4,900 | 9.45 | 1.93 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,900 | 9.44 | 1.93 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $4,400 | 9.27 | 2.11 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,800 | 8.83 | 1.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendrys Morales | KC | $2,700 | 7.11 | 2.63 |
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $3,200 | 7.86 | 2.45 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,900 | 6.69 | 2.31 |
| Mark Reynolds | TB | $3,200 | 7.28 | 2.28 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,700 | 9.50 | 2.02 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,900 | 9.12 | 1.86 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,400 | 8.53 | 1.94 |
| Chad Pinder | SEA | $3,500 | 8.15 | 2.33 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $2,700 | 7.39 | 2.74 |
| Gordon Beckham | TEX | $3,200 | 7.49 | 2.34 |
| Chad Pinder | SEA | $3,500 | 8.15 | 2.33 |
| Jurickson Profar | TOR | $3,300 | 7.00 | 2.12 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $5,700 | 9.97 | 1.75 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $5,300 | 9.51 | 1.79 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,400 | 9.31 | 2.12 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,800 | 9.30 | 1.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,600 | 8.25 | 2.29 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,400 | 9.31 | 2.12 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,800 | 9.30 | 1.94 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $4,000 | 7.57 | 1.89 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,500 | 10.34 | 1.88 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $10,000 | 9.64 | 0.96 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,700 | 9.35 | 1.64 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,700 | 8.90 | 1.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,500 | 8.63 | 2.47 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $3,500 | 8.20 | 2.34 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $3,000 | 6.86 | 2.29 |
| Brian Anderson | ARZ | $3,800 | 8.00 | 2.11 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,700 | 11.49 | 2.02 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,800 | 9.83 | 1.69 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,600 | 9.74 | 2.12 |
| Austin Meadows | LAD | $5,900 | 9.33 | 1.58 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manuel Margot | SD | $2,600 | 6.20 | 2.38 |
| Randal Grichuk | WSH | $3,400 | 7.92 | 2.33 |
| Juan Lagares | CIN | $2,700 | 6.07 | 2.25 |
| Dexter Fowler | WSH | $3,600 | 8.07 | 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.