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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 | Dinelson Lamet |
| C/1B | Josh Bell |
| 2B | Adam Frazier |
| SS | Ehire Adrianza |
| 3B | David Freese |
| OF One | Greg Allen |
| OF Two | Mallex Smith |
| OF Three | Kevin Kiermaier |
| Util | DJ LeMahieu |
| Salary | $30,000 |
| Expected Points | 120.96 |
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 | 41.80 | 4.02 |
| Gerrit Cole | LAD | $11,400 | 38.95 | 3.42 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $9,300 | 37.49 | 4.03 |
| Mike Fiers | CHW | $8,400 | 31.18 | 3.71 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinelson Lamet | SD | $5,600 | 30.48 | 5.44 |
| Spencer Turnbull | CHW | $7,100 | 30.16 | 4.25 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $9,300 | 37.49 | 4.03 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,400 | 41.80 | 4.02 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Bell | LAD | $4,500 | 13.88 | 3.08 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,200 | 13.80 | 3.28 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,200 | 12.49 | 2.97 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,300 | 12.20 | 2.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Bour | ARZ | $2,400 | 9.75 | 4.06 |
| Omar Narváez | MIN | $2,600 | 10.29 | 3.96 |
| Ryan Zimmerman | CHC | $2,700 | 10.45 | 3.87 |
| Victor Caratini | ATL | $2,700 | 10.27 | 3.80 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $3,300 | 11.93 | 3.61 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $3,600 | 11.73 | 3.26 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $3,200 | 11.08 | 3.46 |
| Gleyber Torres | DET | $3,400 | 11.03 | 3.24 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,600 | 10.22 | 3.93 |
| Ian Kinsler | MIL | $2,100 | 7.98 | 3.80 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,700 | 10.16 | 3.76 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $3,300 | 11.93 | 3.61 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,500 | 13.99 | 3.11 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,000 | 13.26 | 3.32 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,100 | 12.39 | 3.02 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,300 | 12.33 | 2.87 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,200 | 8.92 | 4.06 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,500 | 8.78 | 3.51 |
| J.P. Crawford | HOU | $3,000 | 10.45 | 3.48 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,200 | 11.04 | 3.45 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,300 | 13.20 | 3.07 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,400 | 12.50 | 2.84 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $4,300 | 12.31 | 2.86 |
| Yuli Gurriel | PIT | $3,700 | 12.02 | 3.25 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Freese | LAD | $2,600 | 11.09 | 4.27 |
| J.D. Davis | PIT | $2,200 | 9.39 | 4.27 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $2,800 | 11.34 | 4.05 |
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,800 | 10.78 | 3.85 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,800 | 15.50 | 3.23 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,700 | 15.27 | 3.25 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,600 | 13.78 | 3.00 |
| Yasiel Puig | STL | $3,700 | 13.64 | 3.69 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Allen | LAA | $2,000 | 8.84 | 4.42 |
| Ryan Cordell | MIN | $2,000 | 7.83 | 3.92 |
| Harrison Bader | WSH | $2,200 | 8.37 | 3.80 |
| José Martínez | WSH | $2,800 | 10.57 | 3.78 |
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.