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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 | Jacob deGrom |
| C | Travis d’Arnaud |
| 1B | Austin Nola |
| 2B | José Altuve |
| SS | Trea Turner |
| 3B | Travis Shaw |
| OF One | Juan Lagares |
| OF Two | Aaron Judge |
| OF Three | Bryce Harper |
| Salary | $48,900 |
| Expected Points | 106.77 |
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 | 22.49 | 1.87 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $10,500 | 21.54 | 2.05 |
| Cole Hamels | TOR | $11,000 | 21.11 | 1.92 |
| Brandon Woodruff | CLE | $7,900 | 15.48 | 1.96 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Pineda | OAK | $6,700 | 14.89 | 2.22 |
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $10,500 | 21.54 | 2.05 |
| Antonio Senzatela | TB | $4,400 | 8.76 | 1.99 |
| Brandon Woodruff | CLE | $7,900 | 15.48 | 1.96 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,700 | 9.34 | 1.99 |
| Travis d’Arnaud | CIN | $3,200 | 8.27 | 2.58 |
| Pedro Severino | CHC | $3,800 | 8.18 | 2.15 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,800 | 7.97 | 1.66 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis d’Arnaud | CIN | $3,200 | 8.27 | 2.58 |
| Danny Jansen | KC | $2,100 | 5.27 | 2.51 |
| Austin Hedges | SD | $2,600 | 6.20 | 2.38 |
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,600 | 6.11 | 2.35 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,300 | 10.21 | 1.93 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $4,500 | 9.31 | 2.07 |
| Trey Mancini | BAL | $4,700 | 9.01 | 1.92 |
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $5,400 | 8.96 | 1.66 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,000 | 5.29 | 2.65 |
| Gerardo Parra | TB | $2,900 | 6.48 | 2.23 |
| Brandon Belt | SF | $3,700 | 8.19 | 2.21 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $3,600 | 7.90 | 2.19 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Santana | NYM | $5,500 | 9.43 | 1.71 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $5,000 | 9.16 | 1.83 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $5,100 | 9.15 | 1.79 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,900 | 9.03 | 2.32 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,900 | 7.45 | 2.57 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $2,800 | 6.64 | 2.37 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,900 | 9.03 | 2.32 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $3,000 | 6.55 | 2.18 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,200 | 9.75 | 1.88 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,600 | 9.37 | 2.04 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $4,200 | 8.52 | 2.03 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $5,300 | 8.45 | 1.59 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $3,500 | 8.13 | 2.32 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $3,200 | 7.30 | 2.28 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $3,300 | 7.02 | 2.13 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,100 | 8.35 | 2.04 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,900 | 9.17 | 2.35 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,900 | 9.06 | 1.85 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,200 | 8.99 | 1.73 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $4,700 | 8.88 | 1.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,700 | 7.35 | 2.72 |
| Evan Longoria | SF | $3,500 | 8.27 | 2.36 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,900 | 9.17 | 2.35 |
| Todd Frazier | DET | $3,400 | 7.85 | 2.31 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,900 | 11.64 | 1.97 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $10,600 | 10.58 | 1.00 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,900 | 9.89 | 1.68 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,200 | 9.74 | 1.87 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juan Lagares | CIN | $2,000 | 5.94 | 2.97 |
| Keon Broxton | CLE | $2,900 | 7.25 | 2.50 |
| JT Riddle | ARZ | $2,900 | 6.62 | 2.28 |
| Kyle Schwarber | ATL | $3,600 | 8.11 | 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.