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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 | Justin Verlander |
| C/1B | Joey Votto |
| 2B | Derek Dietrich |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Hernán Pérez |
| OF One | Delino DeShields |
| OF Two | Chad Pinder |
| OF Three | Teoscar Hernández |
| Util | Matt Carpenter |
| Salary | $34,600 |
| Expected Points | 135.57 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $12,000 | 46.04 | 3.84 |
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $10,200 | 42.86 | 4.20 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $10,400 | 35.35 | 3.40 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $9,300 | 32.08 | 3.45 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $10,200 | 42.86 | 4.20 |
| Ariel Jurado | TOR | $6,100 | 24.07 | 3.95 |
| José Quintana | ATL | $7,400 | 28.50 | 3.85 |
| Justin Verlander | PIT | $12,000 | 46.04 | 3.84 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Voit | WSH | $4,300 | 12.66 | 2.94 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,600 | 12.44 | 2.70 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,500 | 11.96 | 2.66 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,200 | 11.69 | 2.78 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Reynolds | TB | $2,100 | 9.65 | 4.59 |
| Stephen Vogt | CLE | $2,000 | 8.88 | 4.44 |
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $2,400 | 10.41 | 4.34 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,200 | 8.88 | 4.03 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $3,100 | 11.30 | 3.65 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,800 | 11.07 | 2.91 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,800 | 10.16 | 3.63 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $2,300 | 9.73 | 4.23 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $2,300 | 9.73 | 4.23 |
| Thairo Estrada | DET | $2,400 | 9.57 | 3.99 |
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $3,100 | 11.30 | 3.65 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,800 | 10.16 | 3.63 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,100 | 12.95 | 3.16 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,500 | 12.91 | 2.87 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,500 | 12.63 | 2.81 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,000 | 12.45 | 3.11 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,200 | 8.32 | 3.78 |
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,300 | 8.50 | 3.70 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,100 | 10.81 | 3.49 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $3,100 | 10.76 | 3.47 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,200 | 13.70 | 3.26 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,700 | 12.47 | 2.65 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,500 | 12.38 | 3.54 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,100 | 11.79 | 2.88 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $2,200 | 10.23 | 4.65 |
| Gordon Beckham | TEX | $2,200 | 9.16 | 4.16 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,200 | 9.07 | 4.12 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $2,800 | 11.47 | 4.10 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 15.34 | 3.20 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,800 | 12.99 | 2.71 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,300 | 12.80 | 2.98 |
| Austin Meadows | LAD | $4,400 | 12.15 | 2.76 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delino DeShields | TOR | $2,500 | 11.58 | 4.63 |
| Chad Pinder | SEA | $2,300 | 10.64 | 4.62 |
| Teoscar Hernández | KC | $2,000 | 9.20 | 4.60 |
| Wil Myers | SD | $2,600 | 10.95 | 4.21 |
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.