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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 | CC Sabathia |
| C/1B | Gary Sánchez |
| 2B | Ketel Marte |
| SS | Javier Báez |
| 3B | Josh Donaldson |
| OF One | Roman Quinn |
| OF Two | Tim Locastro |
| OF Three | Alex Dickerson |
| Util | Freddie Freeman |
| Salary | $32,100 |
| Expected Points | 117.1 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $11,000 | 34.26 | 3.11 |
| Eduardo Rodríguez | BOS | $8,400 | 32.91 | 3.92 |
| Jon Gray | TB | $8,500 | 31.87 | 3.75 |
| Zach Eflin | HOU | $9,000 | 30.19 | 3.35 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CC Sabathia | DET | $6,500 | 28.71 | 4.42 |
| Eduardo Rodríguez | BOS | $8,400 | 32.91 | 3.92 |
| Steven Matz | CIN | $7,700 | 29.40 | 3.82 |
| Jon Gray | TB | $8,500 | 31.87 | 3.75 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,500 | 13.05 | 2.90 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,500 | 12.50 | 2.78 |
| Luke Voit | WSH | $3,800 | 12.42 | 3.27 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $3,900 | 12.28 | 3.15 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Barnes | STL | $2,200 | 8.33 | 3.79 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $2,900 | 10.89 | 3.75 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $2,500 | 8.78 | 3.51 |
| Willson Contreras | ATL | $3,000 | 10.25 | 3.42 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $3,000 | 10.54 | 3.51 |
| Gleyber Torres | DET | $3,700 | 10.48 | 2.83 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $3,200 | 10.19 | 3.18 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,500 | 10.13 | 2.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Bote | ATL | $2,500 | 9.78 | 3.91 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $2,100 | 7.74 | 3.69 |
| José Rondón | SD | $2,200 | 7.90 | 3.59 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $3,000 | 10.54 | 3.51 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $3,400 | 12.26 | 3.61 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $3,700 | 12.17 | 3.29 |
| Dansby Swanson | NYM | $3,600 | 11.02 | 3.06 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $3,400 | 10.87 | 3.20 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Taylor | STL | $2,500 | 9.73 | 3.89 |
| Didi Gregorius | DET | $2,900 | 10.67 | 3.68 |
| Mike Freeman | ATL | $2,200 | 8.05 | 3.66 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $3,400 | 12.26 | 3.61 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,000 | 12.01 | 4.00 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,500 | 11.94 | 2.65 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $3,800 | 11.61 | 3.05 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $3,900 | 11.40 | 2.92 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,000 | 12.01 | 4.00 |
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,500 | 9.32 | 3.73 |
| Pat Valaika | TB | $2,300 | 8.03 | 3.49 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,400 | 11.19 | 3.29 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $4,000 | 12.52 | 3.13 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,100 | 12.48 | 3.04 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,800 | 12.12 | 2.52 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,800 | 12.11 | 3.19 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roman Quinn | HOU | $2,000 | 8.74 | 4.37 |
| Tim Locastro | STL | $2,100 | 8.77 | 4.17 |
| Alex Dickerson | SD | $2,400 | 9.90 | 4.13 |
| Dominic Smith | CIN | $2,200 | 8.97 | 4.08 |
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.