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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 | Chris Sale |
| C/1B | Freddie Freeman |
| 2B | Derek Dietrich |
| SS | Didi Gregorius |
| 3B | Pablo Sandoval |
| OF One | Alex Dickerson |
| OF Two | Jake Cave |
| OF Three | Michael A. Taylor |
| Util | José Abreu |
| Salary | $35,000 |
| Expected Points | 130.43 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Sale | BOS | $12,000 | 46.93 | 3.91 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $11,500 | 40.75 | 3.54 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $11,200 | 38.16 | 3.41 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $9,800 | 35.71 | 3.64 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Sale | BOS | $12,000 | 46.93 | 3.91 |
| Yu Darvish | STL | $7,900 | 30.43 | 3.85 |
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $8,700 | 32.99 | 3.79 |
| Sonny Gray | DET | $7,300 | 27.32 | 3.74 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,400 | 12.24 | 2.78 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 11.82 | 2.88 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,200 | 11.72 | 2.79 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $3,900 | 11.66 | 2.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manny Piña | CLE | $2,100 | 8.74 | 4.16 |
| Stephen Vogt | CLE | $2,300 | 9.42 | 4.10 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,700 | 10.59 | 3.92 |
| Curt Casali | MIL | $2,300 | 8.84 | 3.84 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $3,700 | 11.49 | 3.11 |
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $2,800 | 10.89 | 3.89 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,800 | 10.48 | 3.74 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,800 | 10.47 | 2.76 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,200 | 8.73 | 3.97 |
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,200 | 8.72 | 3.96 |
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $2,800 | 10.89 | 3.89 |
| Brock Holt | BOS | $2,700 | 10.18 | 3.77 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $3,900 | 12.47 | 3.20 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,200 | 12.05 | 2.87 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,100 | 12.04 | 2.94 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,000 | 12.04 | 3.01 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,300 | 8.75 | 3.81 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $2,300 | 8.53 | 3.71 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $3,000 | 10.99 | 3.66 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $2,500 | 8.99 | 3.59 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,100 | 13.06 | 3.18 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,400 | 12.59 | 2.86 |
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $3,600 | 11.85 | 3.29 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $3,700 | 11.83 | 3.20 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,600 | 10.89 | 4.19 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,500 | 9.27 | 3.71 |
| Asdrúbal Cabrera | CIN | $2,900 | 10.46 | 3.61 |
| Tommy La Stella | ATL | $3,200 | 11.48 | 3.59 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,900 | 16.77 | 3.42 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,800 | 15.47 | 3.22 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,100 | 13.36 | 3.26 |
| Max Kepler | OAK | $4,200 | 12.63 | 3.01 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Dickerson | SD | $2,000 | 8.83 | 4.41 |
| Jake Cave | DET | $2,200 | 9.24 | 4.20 |
| Michael A. Taylor | CHC | $2,100 | 8.76 | 4.17 |
| Roman Quinn | HOU | $2,000 | 8.32 | 4.16 |
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.