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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 | Charlie Morton |
| P Two | Jacob deGrom |
| C | Jeff Mathis |
| 1B | Brandon Belt |
| 2B | Adam Frazier |
| SS | Brandon Crawford |
| 3B | Ryan Goins |
| OF One | Dexter Fowler |
| OF Two | Adam Eaton |
| OF Three | Nicholas Castellanos |
| Salary | $47,300 |
| Expected Points | 111.12 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $11,600 | 27.84 | 2.40 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $10,700 | 21.74 | 2.03 |
| Lucas Giolito | MIN | $11,000 | 19.24 | 1.75 |
| Luis Castillo | PHI | $10,100 | 18.11 | 1.79 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob deGrom | CIN | $11,600 | 27.84 | 2.40 |
| Charlie Morton | PIT | $10,700 | 21.74 | 2.03 |
| Rick Porcello | BOS | $6,400 | 12.68 | 1.98 |
| Jeff Samardzija | SF | $8,700 | 16.79 | 1.93 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $4,400 | 8.60 | 1.95 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,200 | 8.10 | 1.93 |
| Buster Posey | SF | $3,100 | 7.65 | 2.47 |
| Brian McCann | PIT | $3,700 | 7.26 | 1.96 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buster Posey | SF | $3,100 | 7.65 | 2.47 |
| Reese McGuire | KC | $2,800 | 6.58 | 2.35 |
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,600 | 6.09 | 2.34 |
| Tucker Barnhart | PHI | $2,900 | 6.23 | 2.15 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Santana | NYM | $5,200 | 9.68 | 1.86 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $4,000 | 9.57 | 2.39 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,700 | 9.10 | 1.94 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,000 | 9.08 | 2.27 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Belt | SF | $3,100 | 8.09 | 2.61 |
| Miguel Cabrera | CHW | $3,000 | 7.34 | 2.45 |
| Joc Pederson | STL | $4,000 | 9.57 | 2.39 |
| Justin Smoak | KC | $3,300 | 7.78 | 2.36 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $4,700 | 9.31 | 1.98 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,900 | 9.07 | 1.85 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $5,600 | 8.80 | 1.57 |
| Gleyber Torres | DET | $5,100 | 8.76 | 1.72 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,800 | 6.95 | 2.48 |
| Jurickson Profar | TOR | $3,000 | 7.14 | 2.38 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $3,600 | 8.39 | 2.33 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $2,600 | 6.01 | 2.31 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,400 | 10.17 | 1.88 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,400 | 9.85 | 2.24 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $5,300 | 9.29 | 1.75 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,700 | 9.18 | 1.95 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $2,700 | 7.01 | 2.60 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,100 | 5.46 | 2.60 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,400 | 9.85 | 2.24 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $3,500 | 7.35 | 2.10 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,800 | 9.73 | 2.03 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,900 | 9.73 | 1.99 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $5,500 | 9.44 | 1.72 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $4,400 | 9.33 | 2.12 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Goins | KC | $2,900 | 7.37 | 2.54 |
| Matt Carpenter | WSH | $3,700 | 9.02 | 2.44 |
| Matt Chapman | SEA | $3,800 | 8.34 | 2.19 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $3,300 | 7.17 | 2.17 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,700 | 11.00 | 1.93 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,500 | 10.70 | 1.95 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,500 | 10.40 | 1.89 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,600 | 10.34 | 1.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicholas Castellanos | CHW | $3,500 | 8.64 | 2.47 |
| JaCoby Jones | CHW | $3,100 | 7.53 | 2.43 |
| Lewis Brinson | CLE | $2,400 | 5.84 | 2.43 |
| Robbie Grossman | OAK | $3,100 | 7.43 | 2.40 |
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.