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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 | Zack Wheeler |
| C/1B | Eric Thames |
| 2B | Mike Moustakas |
| SS | Javier Báez |
| 3B | Danny Santana |
| OF One | Dominic Smith |
| OF Two | Jarrod Dyson |
| OF Three | Kyle Schwarber |
| Util | Freddie Freeman |
| Salary | $35,000 |
| Expected Points | 134.16 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,400 | 43.66 | 4.20 |
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $9,000 | 37.88 | 4.21 |
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $8,800 | 36.47 | 4.14 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $9,600 | 28.67 | 2.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zack Wheeler | CIN | $9,000 | 37.88 | 4.21 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,400 | 43.66 | 4.20 |
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $8,800 | 36.47 | 4.14 |
| Martín Pérez | TOR | $7,000 | 25.77 | 3.68 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,200 | 13.56 | 3.23 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $4,100 | 13.32 | 3.25 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $3,500 | 12.98 | 3.71 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $4,300 | 11.94 | 2.78 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,500 | 11.73 | 4.69 |
| Travis d’Arnaud | CIN | $2,400 | 11.07 | 4.61 |
| Tyler Austin | DET | $2,600 | 10.72 | 4.12 |
| Victor Caratini | ATL | $2,300 | 8.95 | 3.89 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $3,800 | 12.01 | 3.16 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,700 | 10.09 | 2.73 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,300 | 9.90 | 3.00 |
| Ryan McMahon | TB | $3,200 | 9.51 | 2.97 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,700 | 9.33 | 3.46 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,600 | 8.82 | 3.39 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,300 | 7.74 | 3.37 |
| Jurickson Profar | TOR | $2,800 | 9.36 | 3.34 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javier Báez | ATL | $3,700 | 12.31 | 3.33 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,100 | 11.97 | 2.92 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,000 | 11.90 | 2.98 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,500 | 11.06 | 3.16 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $2,500 | 9.24 | 3.69 |
| J.P. Crawford | HOU | $3,000 | 10.74 | 3.58 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $3,700 | 12.31 | 3.33 |
| Andrelton Simmons | MIL | $2,800 | 9.11 | 3.25 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,500 | 12.52 | 2.78 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $3,900 | 11.89 | 3.05 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $3,800 | 11.88 | 3.13 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $3,700 | 11.67 | 3.15 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,400 | 9.85 | 4.10 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $2,600 | 10.29 | 3.96 |
| Todd Frazier | DET | $2,800 | 10.17 | 3.63 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,200 | 11.38 | 3.55 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,800 | 15.38 | 3.20 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,700 | 15.30 | 3.26 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,000 | 13.36 | 2.67 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,600 | 13.27 | 2.88 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominic Smith | CIN | $2,400 | 10.73 | 4.47 |
| Jarrod Dyson | TEX | $2,800 | 11.94 | 4.27 |
| Guillermo Heredia | TEX | $2,000 | 7.96 | 3.98 |
| Ryan Braun | CLE | $3,000 | 11.95 | 3.98 |
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.