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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 | Chris Sale |
| P Two | Stephen Strasburg |
| C | Travis d’Arnaud |
| 1B | Chris Davis |
| 2B | Robinson Canó |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Nolan Arenado |
| OF One | Keon Broxton |
| OF Two | Mookie Betts |
| OF Three | José Martínez |
| Salary | $50,000 |
| Expected Points | 116.78 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,300 | 24.81 | 2.41 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,800 | 23.39 | 1.98 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $10,900 | 21.74 | 1.99 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $9,700 | 21.33 | 2.20 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,300 | 24.81 | 2.41 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $9,700 | 21.33 | 2.20 |
| Walker Buehler | STL | $10,900 | 21.74 | 1.99 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $11,800 | 23.39 | 1.98 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,700 | 8.96 | 1.91 |
| Chance Sisco | BAL | $3,700 | 7.99 | 2.16 |
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $4,500 | 7.98 | 1.77 |
| Travis d’Arnaud | CIN | $3,100 | 7.95 | 2.56 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis d’Arnaud | CIN | $3,100 | 7.95 | 2.56 |
| Danny Jansen | KC | $2,300 | 5.62 | 2.44 |
| Austin Hedges | SD | $2,700 | 6.44 | 2.39 |
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,500 | 5.93 | 2.37 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,200 | 10.12 | 1.95 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $5,300 | 9.29 | 1.75 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,500 | 9.13 | 2.03 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $4,400 | 9.06 | 2.06 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,100 | 5.94 | 2.83 |
| John Hicks | CHW | $2,100 | 5.85 | 2.78 |
| Tyler White | PIT | $3,300 | 7.49 | 2.27 |
| Trey Mancini | BAL | $4,000 | 8.64 | 2.16 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $5,200 | 10.35 | 1.99 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,600 | 9.70 | 2.11 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $4,100 | 9.09 | 2.22 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $4,700 | 8.96 | 1.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $2,700 | 7.16 | 2.65 |
| Yairo Muñoz | WSH | $3,300 | 8.39 | 2.54 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $3,600 | 8.44 | 2.34 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $4,100 | 9.09 | 2.22 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,500 | 11.42 | 2.54 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $5,300 | 10.30 | 1.94 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,600 | 9.27 | 2.01 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $5,000 | 9.21 | 1.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,500 | 11.42 | 2.54 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,800 | 7.84 | 2.06 |
| Paul DeJong | WSH | $3,800 | 7.72 | 2.03 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,600 | 9.27 | 2.01 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,300 | 11.40 | 2.15 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,500 | 10.44 | 1.90 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $5,400 | 10.08 | 1.87 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $5,100 | 9.77 | 1.92 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,500 | 6.23 | 2.49 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,800 | 8.59 | 2.26 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $5,300 | 11.40 | 2.15 |
| Asdrúbal Cabrera | CIN | $3,600 | 7.52 | 2.09 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,600 | 11.13 | 1.99 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,800 | 11.12 | 1.92 |
| George Springer | PIT | $5,900 | 10.68 | 1.81 |
| David Dahl | TB | $5,200 | 10.08 | 1.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keon Broxton | CLE | $2,500 | 6.92 | 2.77 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $3,300 | 7.79 | 2.36 |
| Jackie Bradley Jr. | BOS | $3,500 | 8.01 | 2.29 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,400 | 10.00 | 2.27 |
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.