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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 | Aaron Nola |
| C/1B | Kyle Farmer |
| 2B | José Peraza |
| SS | Charlie Culberson |
| 3B | DJ LeMahieu |
| OF One | Phillip Ervin |
| OF Two | Cameron Maybin |
| OF Three | Yasiel Puig |
| Util | Freddie Freeman |
| Salary | $33,600 |
| Expected Points | 124.6 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Nola | HOU | $10,800 | 35.84 | 3.32 |
| Matthew Boyd | CHW | $10,400 | 34.02 | 3.27 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $9,600 | 33.01 | 3.44 |
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $10,600 | 32.54 | 3.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jon Gray | TB | $7,900 | 28.31 | 3.58 |
| Alex Wood | STL | $7,600 | 27.00 | 3.55 |
| Chris Sale | BOS | $9,600 | 33.01 | 3.44 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $8,600 | 28.72 | 3.34 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,400 | 13.82 | 3.14 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $3,900 | 11.77 | 3.02 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $3,900 | 11.61 | 2.98 |
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $3,700 | 11.60 | 3.14 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Farmer | STL | $2,000 | 8.98 | 4.49 |
| Stephen Vogt | CLE | $2,300 | 9.75 | 4.24 |
| Sam Travis | BOS | $2,600 | 10.99 | 4.23 |
| Reese McGuire | KC | $2,300 | 9.65 | 4.20 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,500 | 12.12 | 3.46 |
| Niko Goodrum | CHW | $3,200 | 11.07 | 3.46 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $3,300 | 10.83 | 3.28 |
| Ryan McMahon | TB | $2,500 | 9.70 | 3.88 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,000 | 9.47 | 4.74 |
| Ryan McMahon | TB | $2,500 | 9.70 | 3.88 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,400 | 9.14 | 3.81 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $2,700 | 9.56 | 3.54 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,200 | 13.80 | 3.29 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,400 | 13.33 | 3.03 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $3,900 | 13.25 | 3.40 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,100 | 12.86 | 3.14 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Culberson | NYM | $2,000 | 9.93 | 4.96 |
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,100 | 8.79 | 4.18 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,200 | 8.35 | 3.80 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,700 | 10.02 | 3.71 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $4,100 | 13.10 | 3.20 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,300 | 12.90 | 3.91 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $4,300 | 12.49 | 2.90 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $3,900 | 12.48 | 3.20 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawel Lugo | CHW | $2,000 | 8.68 | 4.34 |
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,100 | 8.73 | 4.16 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,300 | 12.90 | 3.91 |
| Evan Longoria | SF | $2,600 | 8.97 | 3.45 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,800 | 14.95 | 3.11 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,200 | 13.98 | 3.33 |
| Aaron Judge | DET | $4,200 | 13.41 | 3.19 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $4,600 | 12.99 | 2.82 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillip Ervin | PHI | $2,400 | 10.89 | 4.54 |
| Roman Quinn | HOU | $2,400 | 10.37 | 4.32 |
| Derek Fisher | PIT | $2,200 | 9.32 | 4.23 |
| Ian Desmond | TB | $2,600 | 10.75 | 4.13 |
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.