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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 | Jacob deGrom |
| C/1B | Eric Thames |
| 2B | Ketel Marte |
| SS | Ehire Adrianza |
| 3B | Eugenio Suárez |
| OF One | Daniel Palka |
| OF Two | Victor Reyes |
| OF Three | Kyle Schwarber |
| Util | Joc Pederson |
| Salary | $33,500 |
| Expected Points | 124.69 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $11,200 | 38.36 | 3.43 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $9,400 | 37.96 | 4.04 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $10,500 | 36.92 | 3.52 |
| Lance Lynn | WSH | $9,000 | 35.79 | 3.98 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Duffy | NYY | $6,800 | 28.14 | 4.14 |
| Vince Velasquez | HOU | $7,300 | 29.47 | 4.04 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $9,400 | 37.96 | 4.04 |
| Lance Lynn | WSH | $9,000 | 35.79 | 3.98 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joc Pederson | STL | $4,000 | 13.20 | 3.30 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $4,500 | 12.84 | 2.85 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $3,500 | 12.46 | 3.56 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $3,900 | 12.42 | 3.19 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,500 | 11.15 | 4.46 |
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,000 | 8.40 | 4.20 |
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,300 | 8.93 | 3.88 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,100 | 8.08 | 3.85 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $3,800 | 12.27 | 3.23 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,000 | 11.35 | 2.84 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,100 | 10.05 | 3.24 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $3,200 | 10.02 | 3.13 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,500 | 9.59 | 3.84 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,200 | 8.14 | 3.70 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,400 | 8.80 | 3.67 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,200 | 7.94 | 3.61 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,300 | 13.51 | 3.14 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,200 | 12.40 | 2.95 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,200 | 12.24 | 2.91 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $3,600 | 12.05 | 3.35 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,000 | 8.97 | 4.49 |
| Tim Beckham | BAL | $2,500 | 9.49 | 3.79 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,400 | 8.89 | 3.70 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,200 | 11.65 | 3.64 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,500 | 13.82 | 3.07 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,500 | 13.00 | 2.89 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $3,900 | 12.03 | 3.08 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $3,900 | 11.86 | 3.04 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,400 | 10.06 | 4.19 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,100 | 8.67 | 4.13 |
| Eugenio Suárez | PHI | $2,700 | 10.53 | 3.90 |
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,700 | 10.17 | 3.77 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,600 | 15.33 | 3.33 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,700 | 15.32 | 3.26 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,100 | 14.92 | 2.92 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,400 | 13.43 | 3.05 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Palka | MIN | $2,000 | 8.98 | 4.49 |
| Victor Reyes | CHW | $2,200 | 9.39 | 4.27 |
| Phillip Ervin | PHI | $2,100 | 8.79 | 4.18 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $2,300 | 9.18 | 3.99 |
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.