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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 | Gio González |
| C/1B | Daniel Vogelbach |
| 2B | José Peraza |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Yairo Muñoz |
| OF Two | Delino DeShields |
| OF Three | Justin Upton |
| Util | Freddie Freeman |
| Salary | $32,300 |
| Expected Points | 123.36 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walker Buehler | STL | $11,400 | 38.71 | 3.40 |
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $10,500 | 37.58 | 3.58 |
| Matthew Boyd | CHW | $10,100 | 37.54 | 3.72 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $11,000 | 35.27 | 3.21 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gio González | CHC | $7,100 | 32.22 | 4.54 |
| Adam Plutko | LAA | $6,200 | 26.75 | 4.31 |
| Felix Peña | MIL | $6,400 | 26.50 | 4.14 |
| Dylan Bundy | BAL | $6,900 | 27.58 | 4.00 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,100 | 12.26 | 2.99 |
| Daniel Vogelbach | TEX | $3,900 | 11.82 | 3.03 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $3,100 | 11.81 | 3.81 |
| Trey Mancini | BAL | $3,900 | 11.81 | 3.03 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Plawecki | CIN | $2,100 | 8.91 | 4.24 |
| Reese McGuire | KC | $2,100 | 8.48 | 4.04 |
| Austin Hedges | SD | $2,200 | 8.73 | 3.97 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,100 | 8.20 | 3.91 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,200 | 13.08 | 3.11 |
| Niko Goodrum | CHW | $3,200 | 11.43 | 3.57 |
| Gleyber Torres | DET | $3,500 | 10.98 | 3.14 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,200 | 10.89 | 3.40 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,000 | 8.97 | 4.49 |
| Breyvic Valera | WSH | $2,000 | 8.06 | 4.03 |
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,000 | 7.92 | 3.96 |
| David Bote | ATL | $2,300 | 9.01 | 3.92 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,100 | 13.84 | 3.37 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,100 | 12.24 | 2.99 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,100 | 12.18 | 2.97 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,000 | 11.89 | 2.97 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johan Camargo | NYM | $2,200 | 8.83 | 4.01 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,100 | 8.20 | 3.90 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,800 | 10.50 | 3.75 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,800 | 9.59 | 3.42 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,300 | 13.79 | 3.21 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,000 | 13.06 | 3.27 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $4,200 | 12.49 | 2.97 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,300 | 12.19 | 2.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,500 | 10.22 | 4.09 |
| Ryan Goins | KC | $2,500 | 9.72 | 3.89 |
| José Osuna | LAD | $2,500 | 8.79 | 3.52 |
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,800 | 9.73 | 3.48 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 15.96 | 3.33 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,300 | 13.46 | 3.13 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $4,400 | 13.46 | 3.06 |
| George Springer | PIT | $4,400 | 13.44 | 3.06 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yairo Muñoz | WSH | $2,100 | 9.62 | 4.58 |
| Delino DeShields | TOR | $2,300 | 10.32 | 4.49 |
| Keon Broxton | CLE | $2,200 | 9.69 | 4.41 |
| Wil Myers | SD | $2,400 | 10.03 | 4.18 |
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.