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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 | Lance Lynn |
| P Two | Hyun-Jin Ryu |
| C | Yasmani Grandal |
| 1B | John Hicks |
| 2B | José Rondón |
| SS | Trea Turner |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Ryan Cordell |
| OF Two | Jarrett Parker |
| OF Three | Mike Trout |
| Salary | $49,800 |
| Expected Points | 107.45 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyun-Jin Ryu | STL | $11,100 | 23.79 | 2.14 |
| José Berríos | OAK | $11,000 | 18.80 | 1.71 |
| Matthew Boyd | CHW | $10,600 | 17.91 | 1.69 |
| Luis Castillo | PHI | $10,000 | 17.85 | 1.78 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.A. Happ | KC | $7,000 | 15.07 | 2.15 |
| Hyun-Jin Ryu | STL | $11,100 | 23.79 | 2.14 |
| Michael Wacha | WSH | $6,100 | 12.31 | 2.02 |
| Reynaldo López | MIN | $5,600 | 11.08 | 1.98 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,600 | 9.01 | 1.96 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,700 | 8.30 | 1.77 |
| Christian Vázquez | BOS | $4,000 | 7.85 | 1.96 |
| James McCann | CHW | $4,300 | 7.55 | 1.76 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Hedges | SD | $2,200 | 5.43 | 2.47 |
| Brian McCann | PIT | $3,400 | 7.39 | 2.17 |
| Kevin Plawecki | CIN | $3,000 | 6.50 | 2.17 |
| Cam Gallagher | NYY | $2,300 | 4.89 | 2.13 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,000 | 10.53 | 2.11 |
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $5,100 | 9.33 | 1.83 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $4,800 | 9.03 | 1.88 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $5,600 | 8.78 | 1.57 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Hicks | CHW | $2,300 | 5.98 | 2.60 |
| Yadiel Rivera | ARZ | $2,300 | 5.11 | 2.22 |
| Miguel Cabrera | CHW | $3,700 | 7.79 | 2.11 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,000 | 10.53 | 2.11 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,900 | 9.53 | 1.94 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $5,400 | 9.31 | 1.72 |
| Danny Santana | NYM | $4,900 | 9.30 | 1.90 |
| Mike Moustakas | NYY | $4,600 | 8.55 | 1.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Rondón | SD | $2,100 | 6.63 | 3.16 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,800 | 6.69 | 2.39 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,900 | 6.87 | 2.37 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $3,800 | 8.44 | 2.22 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trea Turner | CHC | $5,300 | 10.23 | 1.93 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,000 | 9.79 | 1.96 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,700 | 9.18 | 1.95 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $5,000 | 9.12 | 1.82 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrelton Simmons | MIL | $3,500 | 7.49 | 2.14 |
| Miguel Rojas | ARZ | $3,600 | 7.66 | 2.13 |
| Marcus Semien | SEA | $3,800 | 8.05 | 2.12 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $3,000 | 6.17 | 2.06 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,400 | 9.79 | 1.81 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $5,300 | 9.61 | 1.81 |
| Yoán Moncada | MIN | $4,700 | 8.80 | 1.87 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $4,500 | 8.72 | 1.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $4,000 | 8.43 | 2.11 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,200 | 8.69 | 2.07 |
| Asdrúbal Cabrera | CIN | $3,600 | 7.40 | 2.06 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $3,600 | 7.13 | 1.98 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,300 | 11.78 | 2.22 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,800 | 11.53 | 1.99 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,600 | 11.09 | 1.98 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,500 | 10.29 | 2.29 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Cordell | MIN | $2,400 | 6.08 | 2.53 |
| Jarrett Parker | SF | $3,000 | 7.43 | 2.48 |
| Kole Calhoun | MIL | $3,900 | 9.42 | 2.41 |
| Khris Davis | SEA | $3,600 | 8.54 | 2.37 |
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.