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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 | Matthew Boyd |
| P Two | Aaron Nola |
| C | Max Stassi |
| 1B | Rhys Hoskins |
| 2B | José Peraza |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Lewis Brinson |
| OF Two | Billy Hamilton |
| OF Three | Aaron Judge |
| Salary | $50,000 |
| Expected Points | 101.69 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $10,600 | 18.91 | 1.78 |
| Matthew Boyd | CHW | $11,200 | 18.24 | 1.63 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $10,000 | 17.85 | 1.79 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $10,800 | 17.29 | 1.60 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Sale | BOS | $10,000 | 17.85 | 1.79 |
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $10,600 | 18.91 | 1.78 |
| Alex Wood | STL | $7,600 | 13.44 | 1.77 |
| Jon Gray | TB | $8,200 | 14.47 | 1.76 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian McCann | PIT | $3,900 | 7.50 | 1.92 |
| Stephen Vogt | CLE | $3,900 | 7.48 | 1.92 |
| Reese McGuire | KC | $3,000 | 7.43 | 2.48 |
| Austin Romine | DET | $4,100 | 7.27 | 1.77 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Stassi | PIT | $2,100 | 5.97 | 2.84 |
| Reese McGuire | KC | $3,000 | 7.43 | 2.48 |
| Andrew Knapp | HOU | $2,400 | 5.67 | 2.36 |
| Jorge Alfaro | HOU | $2,900 | 6.65 | 2.29 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,400 | 10.39 | 1.92 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,600 | 8.93 | 1.94 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,200 | 8.68 | 2.07 |
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $4,700 | 8.67 | 1.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Travis | BOS | $3,600 | 8.41 | 2.34 |
| Justin Smoak | KC | $3,600 | 7.89 | 2.19 |
| Garrett Cooper | ARZ | $3,600 | 7.87 | 2.19 |
| Brandon Belt | SF | $3,500 | 7.44 | 2.13 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $5,100 | 9.99 | 1.96 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,100 | 9.53 | 2.33 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $4,800 | 9.31 | 1.94 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $4,300 | 8.20 | 1.91 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,900 | 7.42 | 2.56 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $2,900 | 7.33 | 2.53 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $4,100 | 9.53 | 2.33 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $3,100 | 7.11 | 2.29 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $5,500 | 10.56 | 1.92 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $5,300 | 10.18 | 1.92 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $5,200 | 9.98 | 1.92 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $5,100 | 9.90 | 1.94 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Iglesias | CHW | $3,700 | 7.79 | 2.10 |
| Jean Segura | TEX | $3,900 | 8.19 | 2.10 |
| Brandon Crawford | SF | $3,000 | 6.26 | 2.09 |
| Jorge Polanco | OAK | $4,100 | 8.33 | 2.03 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,300 | 9.72 | 2.26 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $5,400 | 9.52 | 1.76 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $4,500 | 9.44 | 2.10 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,900 | 9.30 | 1.90 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawel Lugo | CHW | $2,900 | 6.76 | 2.33 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,300 | 9.72 | 2.26 |
| Marwin González | PIT | $3,000 | 6.78 | 2.26 |
| Hunter Dozier | NYY | $4,000 | 8.47 | 2.12 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,800 | 11.20 | 1.93 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $5,200 | 10.58 | 2.03 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,500 | 10.07 | 2.24 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $5,500 | 9.76 | 1.77 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis Brinson | CLE | $2,300 | 6.31 | 2.74 |
| Billy Hamilton | PHI | $2,400 | 5.81 | 2.42 |
| Phillip Ervin | PHI | $3,600 | 8.36 | 2.32 |
| Alex Gordon | NYY | $3,500 | 8.00 | 2.28 |
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.