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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 | Zach Davies |
| P Two | Trevor Bauer |
| C | Max Stassi |
| 1B | Paul Goldschmidt |
| 2B | Whit Merrifield |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | Alex Bregman |
| OF One | Jon Jay |
| OF Two | Keon Broxton |
| OF Three | Mike Trout |
| Salary | $48,100 |
| Expected Points | 105.16 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $11,700 | 19.76 | 1.69 |
| Wade Miley | BAL | $11,200 | 16.62 | 1.48 |
| Marco Gonzales | TEX | $10,600 | 16.59 | 1.57 |
| Kyle Gibson | OAK | $10,100 | 14.70 | 1.46 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zach Davies | CLE | $4,200 | 11.72 | 2.79 |
| Joe Ross | CHC | $6,900 | 12.66 | 1.83 |
| Trevor Williams | LAD | $5,900 | 10.06 | 1.70 |
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $11,700 | 19.76 | 1.69 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,000 | 8.78 | 2.20 |
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $3,400 | 8.05 | 2.37 |
| Tom Murphy | TB | $3,800 | 7.88 | 2.07 |
| Carson Kelly | WSH | $4,300 | 7.27 | 1.69 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Stassi | PIT | $2,000 | 5.87 | 2.94 |
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $3,400 | 8.05 | 2.37 |
| Yadier Molina | WSH | $3,000 | 6.96 | 2.32 |
| Jose Trevino | TOR | $2,600 | 5.99 | 2.30 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Santana | NYM | $5,400 | 9.95 | 1.84 |
| Trey Mancini | BAL | $4,900 | 9.28 | 1.89 |
| Yuli Gurriel | PIT | $5,100 | 9.01 | 1.77 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $4,200 | 9.01 | 2.15 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Hicks | CHW | $2,600 | 6.84 | 2.63 |
| Jesús Aguilar | CLE | $3,200 | 8.10 | 2.53 |
| Miguel Cabrera | CHW | $3,100 | 7.51 | 2.42 |
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $3,500 | 8.42 | 2.41 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $5,100 | 10.32 | 2.02 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $4,500 | 10.23 | 2.27 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $4,900 | 8.98 | 1.83 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $4,200 | 8.70 | 2.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,900 | 7.90 | 2.72 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,700 | 6.59 | 2.44 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $3,500 | 8.21 | 2.35 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $4,500 | 10.23 | 2.27 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $5,200 | 10.45 | 2.01 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $5,100 | 10.40 | 2.04 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $5,000 | 9.86 | 1.97 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $4,300 | 8.92 | 2.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando Arcia | CLE | $2,900 | 6.64 | 2.29 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $3,800 | 8.32 | 2.19 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,800 | 5.93 | 2.12 |
| J.P. Crawford | HOU | $3,500 | 7.28 | 2.08 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $5,300 | 11.06 | 2.09 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,200 | 10.06 | 1.93 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,500 | 9.92 | 2.20 |
| Hunter Dozier | NYY | $5,400 | 9.01 | 1.67 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawel Lugo | CHW | $2,400 | 6.55 | 2.73 |
| Ryan Goins | KC | $2,900 | 7.54 | 2.60 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $3,800 | 8.80 | 2.32 |
| Jace Peterson | NYM | $3,700 | 8.43 | 2.28 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,600 | 12.60 | 2.25 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,700 | 11.79 | 2.07 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $5,300 | 10.22 | 1.93 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $5,400 | 10.21 | 1.89 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jon Jay | ATL | $2,400 | 6.99 | 2.91 |
| Keon Broxton | CLE | $2,500 | 7.23 | 2.89 |
| Tommy Pham | WSH | $4,000 | 9.65 | 2.41 |
| Bubba Starling | NYY | $3,100 | 7.46 | 2.41 |
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.