For full value reports and bulk linuep optimzers, check out FantasyPlus from Sports from the Basement.
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 | Kyle Gibson |
| C/1B | Tyler White |
| 2B | Tony Kemp |
| SS | Alex Bregman |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Greg Allen |
| OF Two | Jarrod Dyson |
| OF Three | Yasiel Puig |
| Util | Jonathan Villar |
| Salary | $30,800 |
| Expected Points | 120.19 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $10,200 | 37.73 | 3.70 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $11,300 | 37.06 | 3.28 |
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $9,700 | 35.77 | 3.69 |
| David Price | BOS | $9,100 | 34.86 | 3.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Gibson | OAK | $7,100 | 29.68 | 4.18 |
| German Márquez | TB | $8,300 | 33.81 | 4.07 |
| Dallas Keuchel | PIT | $7,300 | 29.65 | 4.06 |
| James Paxton | TEX | $8,700 | 34.12 | 3.92 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $4,200 | 12.37 | 2.95 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,500 | 11.95 | 2.66 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,300 | 11.90 | 2.77 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $3,500 | 11.88 | 3.39 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler White | PIT | $2,300 | 9.94 | 4.32 |
| Stephen Vogt | CLE | $2,000 | 8.36 | 4.18 |
| Max Stassi | PIT | $2,000 | 8.15 | 4.08 |
| Jonathan Lucroy | TB | $2,100 | 8.26 | 3.93 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,600 | 12.56 | 3.49 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $3,400 | 10.91 | 3.21 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $3,400 | 10.74 | 3.16 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $3,000 | 10.46 | 3.49 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tony Kemp | PIT | $2,100 | 8.96 | 4.27 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,600 | 10.35 | 3.98 |
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,100 | 8.11 | 3.86 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,400 | 8.76 | 3.65 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,100 | 13.37 | 3.26 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,200 | 13.16 | 3.13 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,100 | 12.66 | 3.09 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,200 | 12.65 | 3.01 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yairo Muñoz | WSH | $2,200 | 9.11 | 4.14 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,200 | 8.40 | 3.82 |
| Chris Taylor | STL | $3,300 | 11.77 | 3.57 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,600 | 12.62 | 3.50 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,400 | 12.62 | 2.87 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,600 | 12.41 | 3.45 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $4,400 | 11.54 | 2.62 |
| Yuli Gurriel | PIT | $3,700 | 11.50 | 3.11 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marwin González | PIT | $2,700 | 10.43 | 3.86 |
| Jeimer Candelario | CHW | $2,700 | 9.66 | 3.58 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $2,900 | 10.34 | 3.56 |
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,400 | 8.29 | 3.45 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 15.61 | 3.25 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,200 | 13.82 | 3.29 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,100 | 13.20 | 3.22 |
| George Springer | PIT | $4,300 | 13.01 | 3.03 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Allen | LAA | $2,000 | 9.82 | 4.91 |
| Victor Reyes | CHW | $2,400 | 9.86 | 4.11 |
| Yasiel Puig | STL | $3,000 | 12.08 | 4.03 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $2,800 | 11.06 | 3.95 |
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.